Morgan Lechner
About Morgan Lechner
Morgan Lechner serves as the Regional Director of Culinary Canada at REEF, a position he has held since 2021. With extensive experience in the culinary field, he has worked in various prestigious roles across Canada, including as Executive Chef at Pacific Gateway Hotel and Chef De Partie at Fairmont properties.
Work at REEF
Morgan Lechner has been serving as the Regional Director of Culinary Canada at REEF since 2021. In this role, he oversees culinary operations across Canada, focusing on enhancing food quality and service standards. Prior to this position, he worked as the Regional Culinary Excellence Canada at REEF from 2019 to 2021, where he contributed to the development of culinary strategies and initiatives within Reef Kitchens at Reef Technology.
Previous Culinary Experience
Morgan Lechner has extensive experience in the culinary field, having held various positions in notable establishments. He worked as the Executive Chef at Pacific Gateway Hotel at Vancouver Airport from 2006 to 2019, managing kitchen operations for 13 years. Earlier in his career, he was a Chef De Partie at Fairmont Banff Springs and Fairmont Empress, where he honed his skills in high-pressure kitchen environments. He also completed an apprenticeship at The Rimrock Resort Hotel from 1997 to 2000.
Education and Expertise
Morgan Lechner studied at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT), where he focused on Cooking and Related Culinary Arts. He achieved the Red Seal Journeyman certification, which recognizes his skills and knowledge in the culinary profession. This educational background has equipped him with the expertise necessary to excel in various culinary roles throughout his career.
Career Timeline
Morgan Lechner's culinary career spans over two decades, beginning with his apprenticeship at The Rimrock Resort Hotel from 1997 to 2000. He progressed through various roles, including Chef De Partie positions at Fairmont properties and ultimately serving as Executive Chef at Pacific Gateway Hotel from 2006 to 2019. His tenure at REEF began in 2019, leading to his current role as Regional Director of Culinary Canada.