Chef Neeley comes to Hotel ZaZa via Las Vegas, bringing the experience, energy and enthusiasm necessary to create and execute a sublime menu melding a premium selection of steaks with lighter Mediterranean fare. He is focused on ensuring the highest quality and consistency whether the meal is served at Monarch, through in-room dining in one of the hotel's 315 guestrooms and suites, or in the 17,000 square feet of dedicated meeting and event spaces, including the majestic lobby level Phantom Ballroom, the "Imagination" suites on the 11th floor, the lower level private rooms and the spectacular "Urban Oasis" rooftop pool terrace.

Chef Neeley comes full circle back to his Texas roots via the Renaissance Hotel in Las Vegas, where he served as Executive Sous Chef. In this capacity, he supervised culinary operations for the entire hotel, including the award-winning ENVY steakhouse. Under his direction, ENVY received the Las Vegas Epicurean Award for "best new off-strip restaurant," and the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.

Prior to his experience at the Renaissance, Neeley worked as sous chef at City Grill in Austin, Texas, followed by the sous chef at Shoreline Grill and Chef Tournant at Caesar's Palace Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.

As Executive Chef at Monarch and Hotel ZaZa, Aaron will continue to develop Monarch's menu and signature dining experience. Experimenting with innovative techniques and flavors, Neeley aims to provide locals and guests with meals that are as creative as they are flavorful. Products flown in from around the world are the rule and not the exception at Monarch.

Experience Chef Neeley's delicious vision for yourself at Monarch today.