Chef Ja
Chef Watcharaphon “Ja” Yongbanthom has more than a decade of experience creating authentic Thai food for various hotels and resorts.
After a guest appearance on Iron Chef Thailand, Chef Ja took over the kitchen of Benjarong in 2015 as Thai Chef de Cuisine, where she elevated the dishes and continues to update the menu, giving a modern twist to centuries-old recipes.
Chef Ja was at the helm of the Benjarong kitchen when it is recognised as one of the hottest new global restaurants by CNN Travel in 2019.