Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club

We are delighted to share Jennie Bjork’s recent promotion to Senior Account Director for the Southwest market. Since joining the Waldorf Astoria family just over a year ago, she has proven to be an excellent addition to our Group Sales leadership team. With her warmth and positivity, we are excited to see how she continues to lead in this new role. Congratulations, Jennie!

We are honored to announce Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club was named a Top California Resort in the 2024 #WorldsBestAwards surveying more than 186,000 discerning Travel + Leisure readers. Surf and sun await in the Golden State this summer! #TravelLeisure

Please join us in congratulating Jackie Perez on her recent promotion to Human Resources Manager. Jackie joined the resort in 2018 as part our Housekeeping team, and later transitioned into the Human Resources Administrative Assistant role in 2022. With her service-oriented mindset and eagerness to strengthen her leadership skills, we are excited to see what she will accomplish in this new role. Congratulations, Jackie!

We are pleased to announce the promotion of Rodney Cruz to Sous Chef of Sombra Cantina. Since joining the team as a Cook at Bourbon Steak Orange County, he has demonstrated his lifelong passion for cooking and his attention to small details that make a big impact on our guests. We are thrilled to see him continue his leadership journey alongside the team at Sombra Cantina. Congratulations, Rodney!

Summer has checked in at Dana Point, and there’s still time to book your coastal getaway! Discover the top 15 U.S. hotels and resorts for families - including Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club - this week on AFAR. Story by: Kathryn Romeyn

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It is our pleasure to share the promotion of David Sharobeem to Senior Sous Chef at Monarch Bay Beach Club. David’s culinary journey began at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach over 3 years ago with AVEO Table + Bar, and we’re excited to see him continue to lead and grow alongside the team at Monarch Bay Beach Club. Congratulations, David!

Please join us in congratulating Thomas Lawson on his promotion to Senior Food & Beverage Manager at AVEO Table + Bar. Since joining the team about a year ago as Food & Beverage Manager at AVEO, Thomas has demonstrated outstanding leadership while embodying the core values of Waldorf Astoria. We are pleased to see him continue his leadership journey with us. Congratulations, Thomas!

Yesterday, the Resort had the honor of "passing of the torch" during the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics! Our very own Antonia Saturday and Cami Shutler laced up their running shoes alongside officers from local, county, state, federal, and military agencies to raise awareness and funds for the athletes of Special Olympics Southern California. In total, the Torch travels an impressive 950 miles throughout Southern California. Thank you to LETR for allowing us to participate!

We are pleased to announce the promotion of Mary Nicole E. to Chef de Cuisine of AVEO Table + Bar. Nicole has been with the Resort since 2018, and has over 10 years of luxury hospitality experience in Southern California and internationally. She looks forward to fostering a harmonious culture at AVEO, and we are excited to see her continue to lead the team to excellence. Congratulations, Nicole!