NAVNEET SINGH
Executive Chef
JAIPUR
Summary
Experienced Executive Chef with a 15-year culinary background, recognized as Executive Chef of the Year in 2021 and The Most Influential Chef in Rajasthan by CMO Asia in 2025. Specializes in Indian, Punjabi, Northwest Frontier, and Western cuisine, excels in ingredient sourcing, budget control, and restaurant profile enhancement. Known for exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, excelling as a kitchen leader and team motivator in fast-paced, high-volume settings.
Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Executive Chef
ITC Rajputana
JAIPUR
03.2024 - Current
- Three meal buffet restaurant - 140 covers
- Peshawri - 80 covers
- Jaipur Pavilion- 24x7 Coffee shop - 80 covers
- In room dining - 218 rooms
- Managed kitchen staff for efficient food production, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality dishes.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering exceptional service in a high-pressure environment.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless dining experiences for guests.
- Maximized profitability by effectively managing food costs through portion control and minimizing waste.
- Improved employee retention rates through focused coaching and performance evaluations for career growth opportunities.
- Mentored junior chefs, enhancing team skills and fostering culture of continuous improvement.
Executive Chef
ITC WelcomHotel
Amritsar
09.2019 - 02.2024
Executive Sous Chef
WelcomHotel By ITC
Amritsar
07.2022 - 07.2022
Sr. Sous Chef
WelcomHotel By ITC
Amritsar
08.2019 - 07.2022
- Three meal buffet restaurant & 24x7 Coffee shop - 80 covers
- Kebabs n Kurries - 80 Covers (Specialty Restaurant)
- In room dining - 101 rooms
- Banquet space- 1000 Covers
Sous Chef
ITC Rajputana
JAIPUR
04.2016 - 07.2019
Sous Chef
PESHAWRI at ITC SONAR
Kolkata
07.2015 - 04.2016
Jr. Sous Chef
ITC SONAR
Kolkata
04.2014 - 07.2015
Jr Sous Chef
Peshawri, ITC Maratha
Mumbai
01.2012 - 04.2014
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hotel Management
Institute of Hotel Management & Applied Nutrition
Bangalore 04.2007 - 03.2010
Bachelor of Science - Medical Science
Punjab University
Chandigarh 04.2003 - 03.2007
Skills
- Resource management
- Effective team collaboration
- Implementing setup processes
- Pre-opening planning
- Culinary recipes
- Talent acquisition
- Comprehensive training
- Supplier management
- Financial forecasting
- Operational planning
- Quality improvement strategies
- Food inventory management
- Understanding of allergy protocols
Effective team leadership
Food safety practices
Mentoring experience
Interests
Punjabi Folk Dance
Folk Music
Cricket
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Food Philosophy
To cook correctly, with passion and intelligent use of ingredients. To create a dish which can stand on its own without the crutches of garnishes and fancy names.
Timeline
Executive Chef
ITC Rajputana
03.2024 - Current
Executive Sous Chef
WelcomHotel By ITC
07.2022 - 07.2022
Executive Chef
ITC WelcomHotel
09.2019 - 02.2024
Sr. Sous Chef
WelcomHotel By ITC
08.2019 - 07.2022
Sous Chef
ITC Rajputana
04.2016 - 07.2019
Sous Chef
PESHAWRI at ITC SONAR
07.2015 - 04.2016
Jr. Sous Chef
ITC SONAR
04.2014 - 07.2015
Jr Sous Chef
Peshawri, ITC Maratha
01.2012 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Science - Hotel Management
Institute of Hotel Management & Applied Nutrition
04.2007 - 03.2010
Bachelor of Science - Medical Science
Punjab University
04.2003 - 03.2007
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