Marmont

Mark Tagnipez - Chef
Born and raised in Los Angeles, Mark brings his Chicano influence to Crown’s Riverwalk as Head Chef of Marmont. Mark’s culinary roots pay homage to his Filipino descent, featuring flavours learnt through his mother’s cooking. A former Head Chef at Fonda, Supernormal and Grant Smillie’s L.A hot spot E.P & L.P, Mark brings his passion for seasonal produce and flavours from his heritage to create a deliciously crafted dining experience reflective of his personal story. 

Nic Coulter – General Manager 
Nic is a highly respected hospitality operator and the co-founder of Commune Group, a leading Melbourne-based hospitality group known for creating a series of successful and beloved venues, including Hanoi Hannah, Tokyo Tina, Studio Amaro and Firebird. Bringing over a decade of knowledge in managing high performing teams and delivering exceptional experiences, as well as a long-time friend of Grant Smillie, Nic plays a crucial part in shaping Marmont as a leading destination in Melbourne.

Lorenzo Valdinoci – Assistant General Manager
A lover of all things food and beverage, Lorenzo Valdinoci of Rome, joins Marmont as Assistant General Manager. Holding prestigious certification in hospitality and extensive experience in managing venues like The Prince of Wales (2018 – 2024), Lorenzo brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise that is key to Marmont’s success, creating exceptional experiences for guests and the team.