Press Release

New sommelier enriches the Johann Grill restaurant and the 2* Gourmet Restaurant PUR in the Kempinski Hotel Berchtesgaden

Berchtesgaden, 2 December 2024 – The Kempinski Hotel Berchtesgaden is delighted to welcome
to welcome Susan Graw as its new Sommelière. The experienced restaurateur has been supporting the team around Director of Food & Beverage Thomas Walter since August 2023 as Chef de Rang and has made a name for herself with her dedication, outstanding service and her profound knowledge of wine have earned her an excellent reputation.

‘Being able to share my enthusiasm for the world of wine with our guests is a great pleasure for me,’ says Susan Graw. ‘I look forward to accompanying guests on their personal journey of discovery through our wine selection and to give them give them special recommendations.’

Her passion for fine wines led Susan Graw to train part-time as a sommelier so that she could offer her guests even more exclusive advice and carefully selected wines in future. ‘Thanks to her dedication and extensive expertise, Ms Graw will take the enjoyment experience for our guests to a new level,’ adds Werner Müller, General Manager of the Kempinski Hotel Berchtesgaden.

Background to Susan Graw
Susan Graw has over 15 years of experience in upscale catering. Before moving to the Kempinski Hotel Berchtesgaden, she worked in renowned establishments such as the Thermenhotel Apollo and Ortner's Resort in Bad Füssing, where she was responsible as Chef de Rang and Deputy Restaurant Manager. Since training as a restaurant specialist, she has consistently pursued her professional development and developed a passion for perfect guest service.

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About the Kempinski Hotel Berchtesgaden: The Kempinski Hotel Berchtesgaden is located on the Eckerbichl in one of the most spectacular places in the Bavarian Alps. Thanks to the horseshoe shape and floor-to-ceiling glass fronts, the unique mountain panorama appears close enough to touch from all areas of the hotel. As an alpine lifestyle resort, the hotel welcomes its guests with a clear design, alpine flair and the warm and friendly Kempinski service. 138 cosy rooms and suites, the Kempinski The Spa, two restaurants, a bar and six conference rooms are housed in the architecturally very clear and modern building. Right in front of the best conditions. The adjoining 9-hole golf course of the Golf Club Berchtesgaden is one of the highest in Germany. In winter, there is direct access from the hotel to the Gutshof ski area on the Eckerbichl. Culture and shopping fans will get their money's worth in Berchtesgaden or in nearby Salzburg.

 

About Kempinski Hotels: Founded in 1897, Kempinski Hotels is the oldest luxury hotel group in Europe. The traditional company offers its guests worldwide first-class hospitality and personalised service, complemented by the exclusivity and individuality of each hotel.
Kempinski operates 80 five-star hotels and residences in 34 countries and is currently developing more than 41 prestigious projects worldwide. Each individual hotel reflects the strength and success of the Kempinski brand without losing sight of tradition; each fulfils the quality standards that guests expect while preserving the cultural characteristics of the destination. In addition, Kempinski is a founding member of the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA),
the world's largest network of independent hotel brands.

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Carolin Grove-Skuballa · Director of Public Relations
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