MILWAUKEE, July 16, 2026 – Hilton Madison Monona Terrace, managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, today announced David Mitchel as its new executive chef. Chef Mitchel will oversee the hotel’s culinary operations, including banquets and catering, menu development, and the overall execution of the property’s food and beverage program, including at its signature restaurant, The Audrey Kitchen + Bar.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Chef Mitchel to Hilton Madison Monona Terrace as our new executive chef,” said Matt Karrow, general manager of the hotel. “Chef Mitchel brings his passion for cooking and distinguished service to the role, helping elevate food and beverage operations throughout the hotel. His arrival comes at an exciting time, with Madison Summer Restaurant Week offering the perfect backdrop to showcase his vision and expertise.”
Madison Summer Restaurant Week, which takes place July 20-25, 2026, is a semi-annual dining event showcasing the city’s vibrant culinary scene through curated prix-fixe menus at the city’s most celebrated spots. Chef Mitchel developed creative new offerings for The Audrey Kitchen + Bar’s Restaurant Week lunch and dinner menus. The lunch menu offers a variety of options, including heirloom vegetable gazpacho, smash burger, pesto grilled cheese, and chicken tostadas with special desserts such as toasted angel food cake, fresh berry tart or vanilla panna cotta. For dinner, guests can indulge in hand cut tagliatelle pasta, cauliflower soup, grilled hanger steak, pan seared Atlantic salmon or summer vegetable risotto, with dark chocolate cremeux among other desserts to complete the experience.
Chef Mitchel joins the Hilton Madison Monona Terrace with more than 14 years of culinary experience spanning menu formation, kitchen operations, food safety management, and leadership roles. Most recently, he served as unit chef at the University of Wisconsin – Madison, where he oversaw operations for Liz’s Market, serving approximately 550 students daily. Prior to that, Chef Mitchel led culinary operations at acclaimed restaurants across North Carolina, Georgia, and Connecticut. He earned an associate degree in culinary arts from the New England Culinary Institute in Montpelier, Vermont.
For more information on Hilton Madison Monona Terrace, please visit www.hiltonmadison.com.
About Hilton Madison Monona Terrace
Hilton Madison Monona Terrace is located on the shimmering shores of Lake Monona, one block from the state capitol building and in the heart of Madison’s dining, shopping, entertainment, art and theatre districts. The property is connected to the Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center, making it the premier location for business meetings and social gatherings. The Hilton Madison Monona Terrace has been named the best hotel by Madison Magazine and received the Planners Choice Award from Meeting News, among other recognitions. For more information, visit www.hiltonmadison.com.
About Marcus Hotels & Resorts
Marcus Hotels & Resorts own and/or manage 17 hotels, resorts and other properties in the U.S. The company’s distinctive portfolio includes city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts, historic properties, and premium branded and independent first-class hotels. Marcus Hotels & Resorts is an approved operator for all major lodging brands. A leader in the hospitality industry since 1962, Marcus Hotels & Resorts creates asset value for hotel owners through its expertise in management, development and product repositioning. This includes unique food and beverage concepts, developed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, such as Mason Street Grill®, The Studio Kitchen & Cocktails, Milwaukee ChopHouse®, Miller Time® Pub & Grill, and SafeHouse® Restaurant. For more information, please visit: http://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
