Meet the Team


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Taz McAuley
Director

25 years of knowing exactly what makes a guest's eyes light up.

Fuel of choice: Americanos and cricket

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Mike Ny
Director

All things business and operations, with a deep-rooted passion for the Wellington hospitality scene.

Fuel of choice: Long blacks and loud bass.

Raechal Fergusson
General Manager

10 years of industry expertise meets a passion for "the how."

Fuel of choice: Flat white and Wordle

Jamal Tamaiava
Head Chef

25+ years in the kitchen and the steady hand leading our culinary team.

Fuel of choice: Coffee and baked beans

Alex Tan
Catering Manager

Your go-to for making event planning feel like a breeze

Fuel of choice: Caramel slice (when he isn't at Oaks Satay Noodle House for a Pad Thai)

Zoe Lloyd
Event Manager

15+ years of experience as a chef, now bringing that culinary "eye" to event management.

Fuel of choice: Greek coffee and the Food Envy pork katsu sando.

Casey Wilson
Marketing and Events Manager

Managing the words, the vibes, and the vision that keep us at the top of the list.

Fuel of choice: Decaf piccolo (all the flavor, none of the chaos)