JW Marriott Camelback Inn Resort & Spa Appoints New Executive Chef and Director of Food & Beverage

The JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa recently announced two new additions to its food and beverage team: Executive Chef Paul Millist and Director of Food & Beverage, Paul Rossi. Millist, who has worked and traveled around the globe, will oversee the culinary operations for each of the Scottsdale resort’s seven restaurants and lounges, as well as in-room dining. Rossi, who has more than two decades of food and beverage experience with Marriott International, Inc., will conceptualize and continue to develop the culinary program at the JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa.

An adventurous and creative chef, Millist brings more than 20 years of eclectic experience, both in and out of the U.S., to the historic Camelback Inn. Having trained under renowned Chef Mark Miller at the Coyote Café in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Millist is an expert in Southwestern cuisine and farm-to-table cooking. A passionate traveler, Millist has also worked in the kitchens of several popular European restaurants and Asian resorts, including the Lemura Resort in Seychelles and the One & Only Kanahura in the Maldives. Most recently, he served as the Executive Chef of the JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa in Thailand, a resort with more than 10 restaurants and bars, ranging from authentic Thai to Italian cuisine.

In his new position at the JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa, Millist will be responsible for conceptualizing and designing restaurant menus, hiring and overseeing restaurant staff, and ensuring that performance in the venues is consistent with the resort’s dedication to quality service and exceptional culinary experiences.

The JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa is also pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Rossi as the Director of Food & Beverage. An industry leader and Marriott veteran, Rossi will spearhead the resort’s robust food and beverage program, overseeing the operational and financial success of seven distinct restaurants and lounges.

Rossi brings with him 25 years of experience within Marriott International spanning multiple states and brands, where he has developed numerous successful food and beverage programs, branding initiatives and revenue-driven strategies. Most recently, Rossi served as the Director of Food & Beverage at the Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles and the JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE, launching the food and beverage programs at the two new properties, including two celebrity chef signature restaurants: WP24 Restaurant and Lounge by Wolfgang Puck and LA Market Restaurant by Kerry Simon. In 2005, Marriott International tapped Rossi to develop one of the corporation’s most successful brand-wide initiatives, the branding of the “Great Room” – a concept implemented in full-service Marriott properties across the country.

“Chef Millist and Paul Rossi’s wide range of experiences in the food and beverage industry, combined with their numerous accomplishments and achievements, make them valuable additions to the Camelback Inn team,” said Jim Rose, General Manager of the JW Marriott Camelback Inn Resort & Spa. “We are looking forward to seeing what new creative concepts they will bring to the resort.”

The Camelback Inn is one of the most beloved resorts in the Marriott profile, with a rich history and unique Southwestern style that has made it a favorite of generations of travelers. The occasion of Chef Millist and Paul Rossi adding new chapters to the Scottsdale resort’s storied 75 year history is cause for celebration, and so the resort is offering a new “Diamond in the Desert” 75th Anniversary Package. This Scottsdale hotel deal starts at $214, which includes two nights in a casita-style guest room, a $75 per day resort credit, two 75th Anniversary Signature Cocktails at RBar, and daily breakfast (at Rita’s Kitchen, Sprouts or room service).

JW Marriott Camelback Inn Resort & Spa is home to seven distinct food and beverage venues, including BLT Steak, Chef Laurent Tourondel’s modern American steakhouse; Rita’s Kitchen, a casual and colorful restaurant serving authentic, Southwestern fare; and Sprout’s, an award-winning spa café. For additional information on the resort’s culinary offerings, please visit http://www.camelbackinn.com

Scottsdale Resort and Spa Offers Ultimate Relaxation Package

The JW Marriott Camelback Inn Scottsdale Resort & Spa hopes to combine serenity and its rich history by offering guests pure tranquility with its new Summer Massage Package. Guests can book deluxe accommodations at the Scottsdale luxury resort starting at $189 per night and receive a one-hour Swedish massage at The Spa at Camelback Inn.

Time will slow to a crawl the second visitors step foot into the Spa at Camelback Inn at the Scottsdale spa resort, featuring world-class amenities such as Turkish steam baths, Finnish saunas and a Swiss shower. Peaceful solariums, private whirlpools, relaxation lounges and a heated outdoor lap pool will summon guests to connect with their inner selves.

Visitors to the day spa at the Camelback resort will also be pampered with luxurious bathrobes, plush slippers, T-shirts and shorts to ensure their time in paradise is exceptional.

Spa-goers who seek an ultimate spiritual retreat will appreciate the Scottsdale luxury hotel’s vast assortment of services and treatments inspired by Native American ingredients. From body scrubs and wraps, facials and massages to manicures and pedicures, waxing and footbaths, affordable luxury is at the fingertips of all guests. A spa day pass also includes access to a state-of-the-art fitness center with cardio equipment and free weights as well as complimentary fitness classes that will challenge the body and soothe the soul.
Inspired to keep their healthy momentum going, guests can feed their minds (and stomachs) at the spa’s Sprouts restaurant. Chefs at the sophisticated eatery strike a balance of nutrition and flavor on their breakfast and lunch creations by using the freshest ingredients and most innovative spices. The casual café provides sweeping pool views, so diners can enjoy a leisurely meal in a relaxed environment.

After a day of spa therapy, the Scottsdale luxury resort’s Pueblo-style casita rooms await, with private patios and breathtaking views of Paradise Valley. Beds featuring down comforters, designer duvets and plush pillows will lull visitors into a sound sleep. The Scottsdale resort deals 11 a.m. checkout times to special guests, so maximum peacefulness can be achieved.

Guests can see why the resort and spa Scottsdale ranks on Travel + Leisure magazine’s 2011 list of world’s best hotels by taking advantage of the Summer Massage Package now through Sept. 9. Use promotional code P53 when reserving rooms.