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Meet the team behind Braddon Merchant's good, honest food.

Genessis Sierra Cortes

Genessis Sierra Cortes

Food & Beverage Manager
Genessis Sierra Cortes

Genessis Sierra Cortes

Food & Beverage Manager

Making every visit an experience to remember, meet the beating heart of Midnight Hotel's food and beverage outlets, Food and Beverage Manager, Genessis.

Genessis' love of food and wine is evident in every interaction. Drawing on a wealth of industry expertise, Genessis' love for hospitality began in Mexico, where she has since grown her knowledge in New Zealand and Australia. From menu development to service standards, Genessis leaves no stone unturned in her pursuit of perfection.

Amit Kashyap

Amit Kashyap

Head Chef
Amit Kashyap

Amit Kashyap

Head Chef

Good, honest food all starts with our Head Chef, Amit.

Amit's approach begins with a strong focus on local and seasonal produce. With sharp-tasting flavours and thoughtful presentation found throughout Braddon Merchant's menu, it's hard to overlook Amit's passion and attention to detail within each plate that he presents.

Lachlan Hoyle

Lachlan Hoyle

Head Sommelier
Lachlan Hoyle

Lachlan Hoyle

Head Sommelier
Winner of the ‘Employee Excellence in Service' at the 2022 Hospitality and Tourism Awards, Lachlan Hoyle is celebrated for his exceptional wine knowledge and service style. 
With an impeccable pallet and a passion for the art of wine appreciation, Lachlan's expertise will elevate your dining experience to new heights. With a deep knowledge of vintages, regions and grape varieties, Lachlan will be your guide through our award-winning wine list of 150+ local and international labels.