Thomas Frisetti Recognized in Hozpitality’s Best 30 Powerlist of Chefs in the Middle East 2025
With 20+ years of experience, Chef Thomas has mastered French, Italian, and Japanese cuisines. His innovative approach and leadership have elevated Bateel’s culinary offerings across the GCC.
Thomas Frisetti, the accomplished Regional Executive Chef at Bateel International LLC, has been recognized in Hozpitality’s Best 30 Powerlist of Chefs in the Middle East for 2025. With a career spanning high-end restaurants and luxury hotels, Chef Thomas has established himself as a culinary innovator, known for his passion for creating exceptional dining experiences.
Chef Thomas’s expertise spans French, Italian, Chinese, and Japanese cuisines, and he takes pride in putting his own creative stamp on traditional dishes. His ability to experiment with new ingredients while maintaining the highest quality has made him a standout figure in the culinary world.
Currently serving as Regional Executive Chef at Bateel International, Chef Thomas oversees culinary operations across the GCC, ensuring excellence in every dish. His previous roles include Brand Executive Chef at Café Bateel and Aura Group, where he led the culinary direction for renowned concepts such as Meat Smith, a Michelin-starred chef Dave Pynt’s barbecue concept.
Chef Thomas’s career also includes significant achievements as Executive Sous Chef at Gastronomica ME, where he reduced food costs and improved hygiene standards, and as Head Chef at Tanuki Sushi Restaurant, where he successfully managed the pre-opening and training of staff.
Hozpitality Group is pleased to recognize Thomas Frisetti’s achievements as part of the #HozpitalitysBest30 initiative, celebrating his contributions to the culinary arts and the hospitality industry.
Meela Seenarain
Dubai, United Arab Emirates UAE