A serial restaurateur by nature, Steven has been in the industry since 1987. Having completed hospitality management his passion for the industry guided him on a path in food and beverage.
Steven has opened more than 27 restaurants and 5 game lodges with the ultimate venture being the multiple award winning The Local Grill. His formative years were with the Linger Longer group and there-after consulting under Maresch Consultants.
Steven founded The Local Grill in September 2002 and has since been instrumental in positioning the restaurants as a Beef Authority with branches in South Africa and Kenya.
Under the joint directorship of Steven and partners, The Local Grill is regarded as one of South Africa’s best steakhouses with an extensive network and world recognition as an industry leader.
COVID brought about huge changes in the restaurant industry resulting in the feeding scheme at The Local Grill and subsequent involvement with Chefs With Compassion.