Lu Chao

Mr. Zhang brings over 25 years of experience in luxury hotels and high-end Chinese kitchens. Before joining Jumeirah Nanjing, he held senior culinary positions across leading international and upscale hotels, with extensive involvement in hotel pre-opening, restaurant operations, and large-scale banquet management. Born in Guangzhou, Mr. Zhang is highly proficient in Cantonese cuisine and approaches traditional techniques with a contemporary perspective, working with seasonal ingredients and modern menu curation to express refined flavors, balanced presentation, and understated aesthetics.