Born in Poland, Pawel started his culinary journey in London at the renowned traditional Japanese restaurant "Yoshino" where he honed his skills and expertise under the guidance of their skilled Japanese chef. Pawel further expanded his culinary talent by exploring French cooking techniques at "Mju Restaurant" with Chef Tom Tomsen and learning the art of sushi at "Sushi World" under the influence of Chef Shunji Mamiya.

In 2006, Pawel became an integral part of the Zuma family, starting at their Knightsbridge venue in London. He moved to Dubai in 2008, where he played a pivotal role in the grand opening of Zuma's flagship establishment, a global powerhouse in the culinary scene.

In 2013, Pawel assumed the role of Head Chef, spearheading the launch of Zuma in Abu Dhabi and transforming it into a highly successful venue in the UAE capital. Demonstrating his culinary talent on a global scale, he took on the position of Group Development Chef in 2015-2016. In this capacity, he was responsible for creating innovative dishes and providing support for the opening of Zuma branches worldwide, including those in Las Vegas, Rome, New York, Miami, and London. His commitment to culinary excellence helped shape the unique and diverse offerings of Zuma across the globe.

Returning to Dubai in 2016 as the Executive Chef for the Middle East and Turkey, Pawel oversaw all culinary operations in the region and managed the company's seasonal and pop-up locations in Europe. Pawel recently left Zuma and he is now gearing up for his next chapter.