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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Stuti Mishra

Top chef leaves French hotel amid allegations of ‘hazing’ and sexual assault of kitchen staff

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A renowned Michelin-starred chef has resigned from his position at a prestigious southwest France hotel, following reports of an alleged hazing incident that has prompted a public prosecutor investigation into sexual assault and violence.

Aurélien Largeau, who joined Hôtel du Palais in Biarritz, resigned from his position on 21 December after a report revealed that he was witness to an alleged hazing incident with a new kitchen staff member.

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