After his resounding victory at Top Chef 2024, Jorick Dorignac takes a new turn in his career by joining the prestigious Maisons Le Quellec as Executive Chef. A collaboration born from professional alchemy with her mentor, Stéphanie Le Quellec.
The 15th edition of Top Chef revealed many culinary talents, including Jorick Dorignac particularly distinguished himself within the brigade of Stephanie Le Quellec. After weeks of intense competition, Jorick won the competition, to the delight of his mentor. Stéphanie Le Quellec, impressed by Jorick’s talent and passion, decided to offer him a key position within her restaurant group.
« I am pleased to announce the arrival of Jorick Dorignac as Executive Chef of the Maisons Le Quellec group next October “, said Stéphanie Le Quellec on Instagram. This announcement follows a season of Top Chef where viewers were able to observe the evolution of their professional relationship, based on mutual respect and unique culinary complementarity.
Stéphanie Le Quellec was won over by Jorick’s journey, who began his culinary career at the age of 14, just like her. “ Our two worlds, although different, feed off each other, giving rise to a unique culinary understanding. “, she explained. This collaboration is the result of reflection over several months, where Stéphanie wanted to integrate a person with whom she shares a sincere connection.
Jorick Dorignac is also enthusiastic about joining Maisons Le Quellec: “ This collaboration within Maisons Le Quellec seems logical to me. I am full of enthusiasm at the idea of bringing my experience and my world to this new big family. »
Inasmuch as Executive Chef, Jorick Dorignac will join the strong brigades of the group’s three restaurants. His mission will be to support active chefs, participate in research and development (R&D) missions, and act as Stéphanie Le Quellec’s double in the development of the group.
This new collaboration promises beautiful culinary creations and an enriching synergy for Maisons Le Quellec. The alchemy between Jorick and Stéphanie, evident during their journey in Top Chefwill undoubtedly result in new gastronomic innovations, further enriching the offering of the group’s restaurants.
Best is comingas Stéphanie Le Quellec states, we just have to wait to discover the new creations resulting from this exceptional agreement.
