Chef Melvin is the mastermind behind the culinary team at Aloft Singapore Novena. He oversees the hotel's all-day dining restaurant, 21 on Rajah, which is Halal-certified, as well as the restaurant Yue @ Aloft in the West Wing. In addition, he is responsible for the banquet culinary operations.

With over 24 years of culinary experience, Chef Melvin is a trained expert in classical French and Italian cuisine. Born and raised in Singapore, he began his career at the young age of 16 and had the privilege of training under renowned chefs. This experience has given him a deep understanding of food ingredients, enabling him to create dishes that truly showcase their best qualities.

For a decade, Chef Melvin honed his craft and supervisory skills in an international luxury 5-star hotel. He initially oversaw the hotel's banquet culinary operations, catering to dignitaries and events at the prestigious Istana, the official residence and office of the President of Singapore. Later, he took charge of the hotel's all-day dining restaurant, elevating its buffet offerings to become one of Singapore's top choices.

Chef Melvin believes in presenting his dishes in a clean and simple manner. He lets his cooking skills and the use of complementary ingredients impress diners. Interestingly, his culinary inspiration comes from his grandmother, who he considers his favourite chef. He admires her ability to perfect simple dishes and looks up to her for her culinary skills.

At the helm of our kitchen is Chef Awyeong Kin, a master of Chinese cuisine with over three decades of experience. Chef Awyeong first trained in Hong Kong as an apprentice and has worked in various well-known Chinese restaurants, rising the ranks to become the Chinese Head Chef of the renowned Peach Blossom at the Marina Mandarin Singapore, then Senior Chinese Chef at Hilton Singapore. With his extensive knowledge and expertise, Chef Awyeong brings a wealth of experience to our kitchen. His passion for Chinese cuisine is evident in every dish he creates, and his attention to detail ensures that each plate is a masterpiece.