Ibby Moubadder
Co-Founder and Creative Director
Ibby is a leading figure in Sydney’s hospitality scene, bringing a number of diverse and unique concepts to market with his decade of experience.
Giles Adolphus
Group General Manager
With a decade of experience leading transformative initiatives, Giles has consistently driven business expansion at a senior level.
Paul Farag
Group Executive Chef
Born and raised in Sydney, Paul began his career as an apprentice aged fifteen, and has worked his way up to Executive Chef in his fifteen years in the industry.
Lara Hurley
Head of People & Culture
Lara brings over 20 years of experience in Sydney’s hospitality industry to her role as Head of People and Culture at ESCA.
Chris Mul-Howard
Business Development & Guest Experience Manager
With over twenty years of hospitality experience, Chris brings his passion and expertise drive excellence and innovation across the board at ESCA.
Christine Ledingham
Group Marketing Manager
With over fifteen years in hospitality, Christine has built and run some of Australia's biggest venues, earning features in Forbes, Financial Review, and Business News Australia.
Ibrahim Kasif
Group Executive Chef
Ibrahim is a second-generation Australian chef with proud Turkish heritage. A lifelong lover of food and storytelling, he made a last-minute decision to become a chef, instead of going to university.
Natasha Hasna
Group Project & Events Manager
With a strong background in hospitality and events, Natasha brings her passion for creating exceptional experiences to her role as Group Projects & Events Manager at ESCA.
Erik Ortolani
Group Executive Chef
Born in Italy and now based in Sydney, Erik Ortolani’s approach to cooking blends fine dining precision with a bold, ingredient-led style.
Taryn Fairgrieve
Group Reservations Manager
With 17 years in hospitality, Taryn advanced from host to Reservations Manager at top establishments, including Gordon Ramsay in London and Sydney’s most renowned hospitality groups.
