Epicurean Atlanta Elevates Culinary and Events Vision with Two Strategic Leadership Appointments
ATLANTA, Ga. (Feb. 27, 2026) – Epicurean Atlanta is sharpening its position as Midtown’s leading culinary-driven hotel with the appointment of Jaime Cubias as Executive Chef and Kate Weber as Catering Sales Manager, two hires that signal a renewed focus on chef-led dining and high-impact group and event experiences.
“These appointments reflect where Epicurean Atlanta is headed,” said Alex Amato, General Manager of Epicurean Atlanta. “Jaime brings deep, hands-on culinary leadership shaped by luxury hotels and chef-driven restaurants, while Kate understands how to translate that creativity into flawlessly executed, revenue-generating events. Together, they raise the bar across every guest touchpoint.”
Chef Jaime Cubias brings 20 years of experience spanning fine dining, luxury hotels, and high-volume, chef-driven concepts. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Miami, Cubias has led kitchens through pre-openings, brand transitions, and periods of rapid growth, balancing creative vision with disciplined operations. Most recently, Cubias served as Executive Chef at Hotel Grenada, where he led the property’s culinary pre-opening, built and trained the opening team, developed menus, and established vendor partnerships and cost controls. Prior roles include Executive Sous Chef at Superica Dunwoody, where he oversaw daily operations, labor and food cost management, and staff development, as well as leadership positions at The Optimist Atlanta, Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead, The Knickerbocker Hotel (NYC), and Viceroy Anguilla. At Epicurean Atlanta, Cubias will oversee all culinary operations across the hotel’s dining outlets, events, and experiential programming, with a focus on thoughtful menus, operational excellence, and chef-driven storytelling that reflects the Epicurean brand.
Joining Cubias, Kate Weber steps into the role of Catering Sales Manager, bringing a strong background in event sales, hospitality operations, and client relationship management within the luxury and lifestyle event space. Weber most recently served as Sales Manager for District Events & Catering, where she drove new business through strategic outreach, negotiated contracts, and led complex events from proposal through execution. Her experience spans luxury corporate meetings, social celebrations, and large-scale group events, with prior roles at Alchemy Event Studio, Talk of the Town Catering, and Bold Catering & Design. In her role at Epicurean Atlanta, Weber will lead catering sales and event execution, working closely with culinary and operations teams to deliver seamless, chef-forward experiences that resonate with both local and visiting groups.
An immersive, boutique-style hotel in the heart of Midtown, Epicurean Atlanta blends elevated hospitality with culinary exploration. The hotel features Reverence, a refined dining destination; Aerial Kitchen & Bar, a rooftop venue with skyline views and Latin-inspired cuisine; and The Office Bar, a relaxed neighborhood gathering spot. With interactive culinary programming, a rooftop pool and Sky Terrace, and more than 11,000 square feet of meeting and event space, Epicurean Atlanta continues to position itself as a go-to destination where guests awaken their senses and savor every moment.
For more information, visit www.EpicureanHotelAtlanta.com.
Jaime Cubias, Executive Chef at Epicurean Hotel Atlanta
Kate Weber, Catering Sales Manager at Epicurean Hotel Atlanta
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About Epicurean Atlanta
An immersive, culinary-driven hotel in the heart of Midtown, Epicurean Atlanta celebrates all the wonderful flavors that life has to offer. Guests will find inspiration behind elevated experiences that span culinary enrichment to impeccable hospitality. Epicurean Atlanta is the second location of the Epicurean otel brand, the first of which was a collaboration between Mainsail Lodging & Development and the legendary Bern’s Steak House in Tampa, FL. Founded in 1956 by husband-and-wife restaurateurs Bern and Gert Laxer, Bern’s Steak House is world-renowned for their exceptional cuisine, use of fresh, quality ingredients, and their extensive wine cellar featuring more than half a million bottles. Epicurean Atlanta is a natural extension of this commitment to excellence, creating a fully immersive experience that celebrates the teaching of its namesake, Epicurus. Inspired by urban chic design elements and modern styles, Epicurean Atlanta boasts 178-guest rooms, including 22 spacious suites that give way to its sleek allure. Offering three on-site restaurants – Reverence, Aerial Kitchen & Bar and The Office Bar – each concept summons the curious and captivates the senses in distinctly different ways. Travelers will be whisked away by the hotel’s amenities, including the Sky Terrace and its sweeping views, the gorgeous events lawn, and the innovative Epicurean Theatre where guests will watch, listen, and learn from a curated lineup of incredible chefs, winemakers, mixologists, and artists. Epicurean Atlanta is a member of Marriott International’s Autograph Collection. For more information, go to EpicureanHotelAtlanta.com, or follow on Instagram, X and Facebook.
About Mainsail Lodging & Development
Mainsail Lodging & Development is an award-winning, Tampa, Florida-based company specializing in hotel, furnished housing, and resort property management and development, marketing and sales. An established company with a dynamic entrepreneurial spirit, Mainsail prides itself in finding unique lodging opportunities with a purpose and applying its passion and expertise to each project. Founded by President Joe Collier with a combination of daring vision and dogged determination, Mainsail has built an impressive portfolio of top-branded properties throughout the southeastern United States and Caribbean. Each Mainsail property inspires guests with a distinct character and meticulously crafted, sophisticated style, from a private island resort, and urban culinary showplaces, to waterfront marvels, boutique southern hotels, and a historic jazz-era icon. Stay Sojo, Mainsail’s newest brand, provides short-term furnished living options across the country, while Mainsail Vacation Rentals manages a collection of private vacation homes in Florida and the Caribbean. To ensure long-term success and profitability, Mainsail relies on the dedication of its high-performing associates, a growing group of enterprising investors, and a commitment to giving back, every step of the way. MainsailHotels.com.
About Autograph Collection® Hotels
Autograph Collection Hotels advocates for the original, championing the individuality of each of its over 330 independent hotels located in the most desirable destinations across more than 50 countries and territories. Each hotel is a product of passion, inspired by a clear vision, soul, and story that makes it individual and special: Exactly Like Nothing Else. Hand-selected for their inherent craft and distinct perspectives on design and hospitality, Autograph Collection properties offer rich immersive moments that leave a lasting imprint. For more information, please visit www.autographhotels.com, and explore on social via Instagram, X, and Facebook to be inspired by immersive moments that are #ExactlyLikeNothingElse. Autograph Collection is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy®, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit marriottbonvoy.com.