Chef RJ Yoakum and Georgie Part Ways on Eve of the James Beard Awards | Eater Dallas

"The restaurant recently parted ways with executive chef RJ Yoakum after owner Stephan Courseau of Travis Street Hospitality said the move followed “multiple violations of company policy” that do not align with company values; specifics were not disclosed and the chef has not publicly responded. Management stressed the restaurant’s team-based success and expressed confidence in continuing to deliver an exceptional dining experience. Under Yoakum, who joined in 2023 as executive sous chef and was later promoted after a partner split, the restaurant earned Michelin recognition at the state’s inaugural ceremony in November 2024, and Yoakum remained listed as a James Beard Emerging Chef nominee at the time of reporting." - Courtney E. Smith