Meet our Team

Thierry Tomasin MCA

Restaurant Director

A man who needs no introduction, Thierry first joined Gordon Ramsay Restaurants in 2018 at Pétrus. He became General Manager at the Savoy Grill in September of that year and was quickly promoted to Restaurant Director.

Thierry is exceptionally experienced in hospitality, having been the Chairman Sommelier of Great Britain, head sommelier at Le Gavroche for over ten years where he was awarded the prestigious Master of Culinary Arts accolade, and General Manager at Aubergine thereafter.

He is extremely passionate about the industry, and has developed his knowledge of food, wine, and superlative guest experiences over his impressive career.

Michael Turner

Executive Head Chef

Michael joined Gordon Ramsay Restaurants as a Commis Chef and was involved in the opening of Bread Street Kitchen in 2011, he then worked his way up the ranks to become the restaurant's Executive Head Chef. Having worked across the Restaurant Group he joined Savoy Grill in 2019 and the rest is history.

In 2017, Michael competed in the San Pellegrino National Young Chef of Year competition, placing third in the UK, and was later shortlisted for the 2019 Young Chef of the Year Awards. 

Over the years he has cemented his passion and flair for modern British cuisine, focusing on using the best produce available as he strives to produce simple, seasonal dishes that deliver exceptional flavour.

Santosh Uchil

General Manager

Santosh first joined the Savoy Grill in 2010 as Head Waiter before advancing to General Manager several years ago. After pursuing his studies in Mumbai, India, Santosh moved to London where his passion for hospitality truly flourished. His inspiration growing up was his father, who installed the importance of hard work and facing difficulties head on, and Santosh brings this passion for hard work and guest satisfaction every, single day. He describes hospitality as ‘a never ending learning process that completely enthrals you’.

Carlos Pinto

Head Sommelier

Carlos’ passion for hospitality began aged 17 working at the famous ‘Pasteis de Belem’, purveyors of the world’s reputed best pastel de natas. Spending multiple years working in restaurants in Portugal and London, in 2010 he decided to complete his illustrious sommelier training in Portugal and began his sommelier career in London in 2011. Working across some of London’s best loved restaurants, he joined Savoy Grill as Head Sommelier in 2023 and is passionate about enhancing unforgettable experiences through exceptional wine in this iconic restaurant.