EP 78: Lina Goujjane

<p>Lina Goujjane, Co-Owner and Sommelier of Kiko and Noury, grew up running around her parents’ restaurant and always assumed she’d take over the family business one day. On this episode of <em>Hospitality On The Rise</em>, Lina shares how one college course changed that plan and set her on a path through openings at The NoMad, Majordomo, and Sushi Noz before launching concepts of her own. She opens up about the realities of leading a team while working the floor alongside them, what it took to earn a two-star review from The New York Times, and how she and her husband, Chef Alex Chang, navigate building a life and a business together.<em>Note: This episode was recorded in April 2026, prior to the opening of Noury.</em>Links- Instagram - Lina Goujjane: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lina_goujjane/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/lina_goujjane/</a>- Instagram - Culinary Agents⁠⁠⁠⁠: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/culinaryagents/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/culinaryagents/</a>- Full Transcript⁠: <a href="https://hospitalitycareerpaths.com/resources/ep-78-lina-goujjane" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://hospitalitycareerpaths.com/resources/ep-78-lina-goujjane</a>************Remember, success looks different for everyone in hospitality. No two paths are the same. If you have a leader or a topic you want to hear about, email media@culinaryagents.com.Hospitality On The Rise is brought to you by Culinary Agents, connecting top talent with employers since 2012. Whether you’re hiring or looking for your next opportunity, join us at CulinaryAgents.com.For more inspiration, subscribe to Hospitality On The Rise and visit HospitalityCareerPaths.com, a free platform by Culinary Agents.Thanks for tuning in! Remember to like, follow, and subscribe. And if you loved this episode, share it with someone who could use a little inspiration.</p>