The Cornhusker, A Marriott Hotel (www.marriott.com/lnkfs) majority owned and operated by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, has announced the addition of Brandon Ganus as executive chef. Ganus will oversee all culinary operations of the hotel, including banquets, special events and daily dining.
Ganus received an associate degree in Culinary Arts from The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. He brings 13 years of culinary experience to The Cornhusker. Ganus started his career as a kitchen steward at the Renaissance Hotel & Convention Center in Tusla, OK and worked his way up to sous chef. After nine years he assumed the position of executive sous chef at the Renaissance Hotel & Convention Center in Richardson, TX for two years and then served as executive chef at the Marriott Hotel & Convention Center in Allen, TX.
With a focus on fresh, seasonal foods and market-style presentations, Ganus plans to continually customize The Cornhusker’s menu to reflect what’s growing best in Nebraska’s fields and farms. Already, Ganus’ unique style is being noticed in Lincoln, as his braised beef short rib with red wine demi-glace took home the “Best in Show” award at the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce’s Savor the City event which took place August 27 at Nebraska Champions Club.
For more information or to reserve accommodations or for dining reservations at The Cornhusker, A Marriott Hotel, please call 1-800-228-9290 or visit www.marriott.com/lnkfs.