Skip to main content
menu open
Reserve
Culinary Stars Will Return...

Meet Our JW Marriott Chefs

Paul Smart. Executive Chef, JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

Paul Smart

Executive Chef, JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
View Paul Smart Details
Paul Smart. Executive Chef, JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

Paul Smart

Executive Chef, JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
Since joining JW Marriott Gold Coast & Spa, Paul Smart has provided creativity and expertise in exceptional cuisine, whilst also championing the local environment. Sourcing seasonal ingredients to create sophisticated menus that experiment with flavour and celebrate produce from land and sea, he has seen the resorts signature Restaurant, Citrique awarded an Australian Good Food Guide Chef Hat for two consecutive years. Creator of the Culinary Stars event, Paul has worked in some of the World's top restaurants across three continents achieving multiple awards and accolades, including winner of the Iron Chef Thailand TV program.
Selva Gopalakrishna. Executive Sous Chef, JW Marriott Gold Coast

Selva Gopalakrishnan

Executive Sous Chef, JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
View Selva Gopalakrishnan Details
Selva Gopalakrishna. Executive Sous Chef, JW Marriott Gold Coast

Selva Gopalakrishnan

Executive Sous Chef, JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

Selva Gopalakrishnan is a highly experienced and passionate chef with expertise in authentic Indian cuisine. With over 25 years in hospitality, he has cooked various regional Indian dishes and has a talent for blending traditional flavours with modern techniques. Selva has worked at luxury hotels and resorts, opened Indian restaurants in the US, and gained experience in Western cuisine in the Caribbean. Currently specialising in personalised menus for cultural weddings, he has received awards and recognition throughout his career, including Chef of the Year.

Recap of the Culinary Stars Showcase, Fourth Edition

Experience our annual gastronomic journey with our Culinary Masters, from all over the world.

 

Led by Executive Chef Paul Smart, the fully immersive gastronomic journey with our Culinary Masters showcased a series of experiential degustation dinners inspired by the fundamentals; Root, Leaf, Flower & Fruit from Monday, 10 November 2025 to Thursday, 13 November 2025. 

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa's award-winning culinary team, together with distinguished guest chefs from JW Marriott's best restaurants across Australia, New Zealand, Europe and Asia, come together to recreate their signature dishes, showcasing renowned regional produce through their unique techniques and expertise. In support of the Gold Coast Community Fund, join us on a celebration of culinary art.

Join Citrique, as we celebrate a true representation of culinary art!

Read MoreLess
RESERVE HERE of Recap of the Culinary Stars Showcase, Fourth Edition
Open/Close Time 6:30 AM to 9:30PM
Call for Reservation 07 5592 9772