David Hackett - Biography

David Hackett was born and raised on the south side of Chicago and graduated from Washburne Culinary Institute in 1988. He got his start at the early age of 12 and has now been in the industry for over 35 years. Hackett has been the executive chef at many properties and resorts including the Westin Diplomat Hotel, Westin Charlotte, Mansion at Forsyth Park, Doral Golf Resort & Spa, and the JW Marriott Dubai. He has competed in numerous ACF, Societe Culinaire philanthropic, Geneva Association Culinary Art Salons and NICA ice carving competitions throughout his career. Hackett is also the recipient of the Barry University Distinguished Chef Award in 2009 and has placed 1st in the John Offerdahl Gridiron Grill-off in 2010 and 2011.