ELYSIUM FAMILY

Collaboration is essential in achieving success, fostering innovation, and addressing complex challenges. By bringing together individuals with diverse perspectives, skills, and experiences, collaboration enhances creativity and generates solutions that might not emerge in isolation. It builds a foundation of trust and mutual respect, enabling team members to share ideas openly and learn from one another.

  • Head Sommelier-Maître D’

  • Wouter was born and raised in Noord-Holland, the Netherlands.
    From a young age, he developed a deep passion for the gastronomy profession and devoted himself to pursuing various educational opportunities in the field.

    By the age of 20, Wouter had already become a certified wine expert through the Wine Academy. He further advanced his expertise by earning several additional certifications from the Wines & Spirit Education Trust.

    Over the past six years of experience, Wouter has developed and refined his skills at Merlet, a one-Michelin-starred restaurant in the Netherlands.

    Having trained at Per Se, a three-Michelin-starred restaurant in New York, and Minibar, a two-Michelin-starred restaurant in Washington, Wouter is now eager to contribute his expertise to your experience.

  • Chef De Partie

  • Born and raised in Alkmaar, North Holland, 21-year-old Ole Spek has already made a remarkable impact in the culinary world. His journey began at just 15, when his passion for cooking led him into the fast-paced environment of professional kitchens.

    Ole gained invaluable experience working at some of the most prestigious restaurants in the Netherlands. At Ron Blaauw, he mastered precision and learned the discipline required to excel in fine dining. At Olivijn, he refined his creativity, experimenting with flavors and techniques. Finally, at Daalder, he thrived in an innovative and dynamic kitchen, pushing his skills to new heights.

    Now, Ole is eager to embark on a new chapter at Elysium, bringing his passion, expertise, and drive to this exciting opportunity. With his roots in Alkmaar and his eyes set on the future, Ole is poised to leave his mark on the culinary world.