Lošinj Hotels & Villas is pleased to announce the appointment of Daniel Skokić as Executive Chef of Alfred Keller Restaurant, the signature fine dining restaurant at Boutique Hotel Alhambra. His arrival marks a new chapter for one of Croatia’s most respected Michelin-starred restaurants.
A graduate of the Hospitality School in Opatija, Skokić has built his career within high-end hospitality, moving between fine dining restaurants, private villas, and luxury yachts. His early professional years were spent on Lošinj Island, where he worked with Lošinj Hotels & Villas at Hotel Bellevue and Villa Hortensia, developing a strong foundation in staff cohesion, culinary delivery, organisation, and the expectations of top-tier kitchens.
He later expanded his experience internationally as a private chef and in the yachting world, refining a highly personalised approach to dining. Most recently, Skokić served as Executive Chef at Hotel Ikador and its restaurant Nobilion, where he led the development of distinctive culinary concepts and experiential dining formats, including Game of Chefs and Secret Dinner x5. These projects fostered collaboration with leading chefs and encouraged a dynamic exchange of ideas.
Alongside his work in the kitchen, Skokić has remained actively involved in mentoring young talent and supporting professional development initiatives, including partnering with hospitality schools and participating in WorldSkills Croatia.
“We are proud to welcome Chef Skokić back to the Alhambra team and to see him take on a key role in the continued evolution of Alfred Keller,” said Lovorka Struna, General Manager of Boutique Hotel Alhambra.
“His talent, experience, and understanding of the local terroir bring a meaningful perspective to the interpretation of regional cuisine within a fine dining context. His approach, grounded in authenticity and expressed through a contemporary lens, aligns naturally with the vision of Alfred Keller. We are confident his return will further strengthen our culinary identity and build on the level of excellence our guests value.”
With a clear and considered philosophy honed over years of experience, Skokić’s appointment signals a thoughtful continuation of Alfred Keller’s direction. Lošinj Hotels & Villas extends its full support to Chef Skokić as he steps into this role and looks ahead to the next phase of Alfred Keller’s story.
