January 13, 2015 – SEATTLE, Wash. – Noble House Hotels and Resorts proudly announces the appointment of Jesse Souza as Executive Chef to The Edgewater Hotel – Seattle’s only luxury waterfront hotel. In this role, Souza will oversee all culinary operations for the hotel and its signature restaurant, Six Seven, which features seasonally inspired cuisine crafted with only the freshest and finest organic and naturally raised ingredients.

“We’re extremely excited about the unique blend of creativity and passion for cuisine that Chef Jesse Souza will bring to Six Seven,” said Dave Cocks, vice president regional managing director at The Edgewater.

With more than 20 years of professional cooking and kitchen management experience, Chef Jesse Souza has an established history of success in numerous hotel and resort restaurants. He joined Noble House Hotels & Resorts in 2002, working at the exclusive Little Palm Island Resort & Spa in the Florida Keys. In 2007, Souza took the lead at BALEENmiami at The Grove Isle Hotel & Spa, soon moving to BALEENnaples at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort in 2008, followed by a move to Riviera Palm Spring in 2012. He was most recently at the Taj Boston, where he achieved success in his role as executive chef.

Named one of the “World’s Best Places to Stay” by Conde Nast Traveler, The Edgewater floats on a dock over Elliott Bay as the only waterfront hotel in Seattle, offering panoramic views of the Olympic Mountains and the Seattle skyline. The iconic property offers an authentic Pacific Northwest experience with river-rock fireplaces and handcrafted furniture in every room and seasonally inspired, “locally grown” (most likely caught) cuisine served at famed, water’s edge Six Seven restaurant.

With a philosophy that emphasizes “location, distinction and soul,” Noble House Hotels & Resorts reflects the importance of individuality. Identifying each property for its culture and appeal, Noble House is unwavering in its dedication to create and manage unique, quality properties that reflect and make profound contributions to their communities, staying true to the local history, culture and ambiance that defines each region.

For more information on The Edgewater Hotel call (800) 624-0670 or visit www.edgewaterhotel.com.