Andrew "Shito" Thai

Executive Chef

Humble roots built the foundation for Chef Andrew Thai’s culinary career. Whether as Barista at Crema Coffee or Catering Manager at Specialty’s Cafe where he received his first taste of the kitchen life, Chef Thai was inspired by cooking and hospitality and would eventually find his way to working with some of the best chefs in the country. 

His formidable years were spent in the kitchens of Michael Mina, under the tutelage of Chefs Michael Rafidi and Mario Beabraut, learning leadership and crafting his talent for butchery and the art of the perfectly cooked steak. At Bourbon Steak in Santa Clara, Chef Thai rose to Executive Sous Chef—helping to execute 1000-person tailgate parties at Levi Stadium, Steph Curry’s Birthday Bash and Super Bowl 50.

Chef Thai's tenure with Be.Stéak.Ă began in 2021 just after opening. First as a cook, then as Sous Chef, and then Executive Sous Chef he demonstrated a keen eye for quality and an inherent leadership ability that made others want to follow him. Under his watchful eye the Michelin-recognized kitchen at Be.Stéak.Ă has thrived and in 2025 his talents finally elevated him to the role of Executive Chef, where he works closely with Chef de Cuisine Michelle Harrouff to maintain a creative menu that celebrates the bounty of California with the culinary traditions of Italy and the premium beef from Japan, Australia and the United States.

“At my core it makes me happy to take care of people and make others feel comfortable and at home. You can change someone’s day, someone’s life, with just great hospitality”

When you see him in our kitchen we hope you’ll wave and address him as we do: “Shito”…(he might even tell you how he got that nickname)