Chef John Williams MBE

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About Chef John Williams MBE

John Williams MBE is the Executive Chef at The Ritz London, a prestigious role where he has led the restaurant to achieve two Michelin stars. He is celebrated for his dedication to classic British cuisine, using seasonal ingredients to create refined and inspired dishes.

★Awards & Recognition

★Member of the Order of the British Empir…★Chef of the Year (Catey Awards) (2026)★LA LISTE Special Awards - Classic Excell… (2026)★One Michelin Star (The Ritz Restaurant) (2017)★Two Michelin Stars (The Ritz Restaurant)

Chef Timeline

2017

The Ritz Restaurant awarded one Michelin Star

The Ritz London

Under his leadership, The Ritz Restaurant received its first Michelin star.

2026

Named Chef of the Year

Received the Chef of the Year award at the Catey Awards.

2026

Received Classic Excellence Award

Honored with the LA LISTE Special Awards - Classic Excellence Award.

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Key Information

John Williams MBE is the Executive Chef at The Ritz London, a prestigious role where he has led the restaurant to achieve two Michelin stars. He is celebrated for his dedication to classic British cuisine, using seasonal ingredients to create refined and inspired dishes.

Customer Perception

Customer feedback, including that from fellow chef Raymond Blanc, describes his food as creative and inspired. He is highly regarded for his culinary excellence and his significant contributions to British hospitality.

Cuisine Highlights

Classic British cuisineFine diningSeasonal ingredients

News

In 2026, John Williams MBE was named Chef of the Year at the prestigious Catey Awards, one of the biggest honors in British hospitality.
Also in 2026, he received the LA LISTE Special Awards - Classic Excellence Award.

Restaurants by chef

The Ritz London

Additional Details

Chef John Williams MBE's leadership at The Ritz London has been instrumental in securing significant culinary accolades for the hotel's restaurant. He is known for his passion and decades of expertise in crafting exceptional fine dining experiences, focusing on traditional British dishes.

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