Our Team
As a catering company, while our love for food and dedication to providing exquisite cuisine and premium local produce are evident, there's something we hold in even higher regard—our exceptional team.
Our team, comprised of enthusiastic chefs and event creatives, is the backbone of who we are. Each member plays a crucial role in crafting innovative menus, bringing visions to life, and orchestrating memorable events. Beyond being a team, we consider ourselves a family, seamlessly collaborating from office to kitchen to the front of the house.
At Algarve Fine Food, we pride ourselves on collaborating with the finest chefs, waiters, and event managers, establishing a highly respected company that unites the best professionals in the business.
Our team, comprised of enthusiastic chefs and event creatives, is the backbone of who we are. Each member plays a crucial role in crafting innovative menus, bringing visions to life, and orchestrating memorable events. Beyond being a team, we consider ourselves a family, seamlessly collaborating from office to kitchen to the front of the house.
At Algarve Fine Food, we pride ourselves on collaborating with the finest chefs, waiters, and event managers, establishing a highly respected company that unites the best professionals in the business.
Gisela Matthijs
The pioneer of catering in the Algarve
Susana Santos
Wedding & event planner since 2009
Carlos Rodrigues
Head chef
José Gomes
Head chef
Paulo Rodrigues
Head chef
Luciano Jesus
Head chef
Mário Varela
Head chef
Melanie Klemps
Event Manager
Adriana Stephens
Event Manager
Storm Begley
Event Manager
Mário Alçada
Head Waiter
Pedro Madeira
Head Waiter
David Monchique
Head chef