A native of Orleans, France, Gaupin, 42, joined the Loews Atlanta Hotel in 2010 as Executive Chef. He is responsible for overseeing the hotels’ signature restaurant, eleven, Bar eleven, banquet services and catering. Gaupin’s passion for simple, sophisticated and creative fare brings to life eleven’s traditional, regional cuisine with contemporary style and an emphasis on natural ingredients.

In March 18, 2013, six chefs in the United States, including Gaupin, were inducted into the Maitres Cuisiniers de France during a ceremony held at city hall in Lyon, France, where each chef was awarded a medal by Christian Tetedoie, president of the association, in the presence of Lyon Mayor Gérard Collomb. All candidates must complete a thorough ethical and culinary review, which includes announced and unannounced visits to each chef’s restaurant, by the Maitres Cuisiniers de France’s special committee in order to receive acceptance into the members-only organization. Candidates must also comply with the organization’s charter.