MEET THE TEAM

Chef Jason Atherton started out working alongside world-renowned chefs including Pierre Koffmann, Marco Pierre White, Nico Ladenis and Ferran Adria at el Bulli, before joining the Gordon Ramsay Holdings in 2001.

With a large portfolio of restaurants to his name, Jason Atherton over the years has become one of Britain's most prolific chefs. With several awards including Michelin stars under his belt, he has mastered the art of casual fine dining not just in his London restaurants but also in locations as far afield as Mykonos and Shanghai.

In 2023, Jason Atherton launched City Social House at the iconic Grosvenor House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Dubai. The unique concept offers three distinctive dining experiences under one roof - City Social, 7 Tales, and Row on 45.

City Social is under the direction of Executive Chef Dan Birk.

Dan studied engineering for 3 years but his real passion was always in kitchen where he transformed raw ingredients into delectable food items.

He brings over 20 years of culinary experience, 17 of those within Michelin-starred kitchens. Dan worked as Sous-chef for the likes of Germain Schwab at then two Michelin-starred Winteringham Fields, before taking on the role of Group Executive Chef at The Social Company in 2013, where he oversaw Jason Atherton's new openings and prestigious events across the globe. Dan joined City Social in Dubai in 2022.

Dan's impeccable modern European dishes highlight the best ingredients from around the world.

A native of Birmingham, Nathan Dors joined City Social as Head Chef in October 2024, bringing with him a rich background of culinary mastery and dedication to his craft. Nathan began his career as an apprentice baker, where he developed a deep respect for the art of fine ingredients and precision. His journey through the culinary world has been shaped by roles at several Michelin-starred establishments across the UK, where he honed his skills and developed his distinctive style.

Most recently, Nathan served as Sous Chef at the prestigious Simpsons Restaurant in Birmingham, renowned for its Michelin star and three AA Rosettes. During his tenure there, he played a key role in menu innovation and maintained the high standards that have made Simpsons a culinary landmark.

Liam is a hospitality globetrotter, having worked in high-end hotels and restaurants in London, Lisbon and Dubai. He was brought up in Northampton in the UK originally and he began his career with seasonal jobs in Greece, Austria and Spain.

Liam brings over 20 years of hospitality experience and his most recent experience was managing the operations at Amazonico as Assistant General Manager. 

With Liam at the helm, Row on 45 thrives a haven of culinary delight, where every guest is treated to genuine hospitality.

Outside of work, Liam loves to keep himself active! He is a passionate golfer and swimmer.

With over nine years of experience in the hospitality industry, Alex began his career in the United Kingdom at just sixteen, working part-time in a local restaurant. Driven by a genuine passion for hospitality, he immersed himself in every aspect of restaurant operations, gaining valuable insight and hands-on experience across multiple departments.

Over the years, Alex developed a strong foundation in service excellence and leadership, ultimately progressing into management roles and honing his ability to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Now having called Dubai home for three years, Alex has embraced the city's dynamic dining scene and continues to bring his enthusiasm, professionalism, and dedication to creating memorable moments for every guest. 

Outside of work, Alex enjoys socializing and discovering new culinary experiences across Dubai's vibrant restaurant landscape.

Originating from Rome, Lorenzo developed a keen interest in wine from a young age and he has been dedicating his life to wine ever since.

Lorenzo worked for prestigious venues in Italy, UK and Cyprus, starting in 2010 as Sommelier at the Il Ristorante Trussardi Alla Scala, in Milan.

Moving to the UK's culinary capital, London in 2012, Lorenzo's next roles were in some of the most prestigious venues including the Orrery and the Hakkasan. His most recent role was at the LPM in Cyprus as Head Sommelier.

In November 2022, Lorenzo came on board City Social as Head Sommelier with the aim of delivering bespoke experience to wine aficionados.