Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Personal Information
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Uday Khaire

Uday Khaire

Dahisar (E)

Summary

Chef with over 25 years of experience in Western, Indian, and international cuisine, across hotels, cruises, and flight catering. Proven expertise in menu planning, team management, food cost control, and maintaining strict hygiene standards (HACCP and USPH). Strong leadership in training teams, streamlining operations, and delivering high-quality guest experiences.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Sous Chef

Windstar Cruises
10.2023 - 07.2024
  • Managed galley operations for multiple dining venues onboard
  • Ensured high food quality, USPH sanitation standards, and timely service
  • Supervised food preparation, storage, and station organization
  • Trained culinary staff and coordinated with other departments
  • Monitored inventory, requisitions, and cost control measures

Sous Chef

Margaritaville at Sea
03.2023 - 09.2023
  • Managed Main & Lido Galleys for 1,400 pax
  • Supervised allergen meals; ensured hygiene, USPH compliance
  • Trained cooks, assisted in galley operations, and guest interaction

Executive Chef

Executive Enclave Hotel, Mumbai
04.2022 - 11.2022
  • Created full menu for restaurant and room service
  • Managed team training and food cost

Sous Chef

Holland America Line
Seattle
01.2015 - 06.2017
  • Supervised 100 chefs in main and specialty dining for 2,500+ guests
  • Ensured quality, hygiene, and food cost control
  • Implemented sanitation standards and handled procurement

Chef de Cuisine / Sous Chef

Celebrity Cruises
Miami
01.2007 - 01.2014
  • Managed overall kitchen operations for various onboard restaurants
  • Ensured high-quality food presentation and timely execution of meals
  • Supervised culinary staff and trained new team members
  • Maintained compliance with USPH sanitation standards and food safety
  • Controlled food cost through inventory and waste management

Cook Tournant (CDP)

Celebrity Cruises
Miami
01.2002 - 01.2007
  • Led Lido galley for 2,400 pax; allergen guest meal supervisor
  • Managed galley operations, sanitation, and staff training

Cook Tournant (CDP)

Apollo Shipping
Miami
01.1999 - 01.2002
  • In charge of roast and sauce stations
  • Maintained food safety and hygiene

Senior Cook I

Emirates Flight Catering
Dubai
01.1997 - 01.1999
  • Managed Indian cuisine for Emirates & international airlines
  • Maintained menu specs and hygiene under Dubai Municipality

Assistant to Head Cook

Taj Air Caterers (IHCL)
Mumbai
01.1984 - 01.1997
  • Progressed from Assistant Cook to Head Cook
  • Managed international flight meal production for all meals

Education

HSC -

Siddharth College
Mumbai

Marine Courses -

Mumbai

U.S. Public Health Sanitation -

Miami, Florida, USA

Skills

  • Efficient multi-kitchen supervision
  • Proven cost-saving without compromising quality
  • Strong communication & training abilities
  • Creative menu planning and execution

Accomplishments

  • 1st Place – Emirates Abela Culinary Competition
  • Written appreciation – International Aerospace Exhibition, Dubai
  • Recognition from Singapore Airlines for job excellence
  • Implemented structured prep rules for better consistency and teamwork

Languages

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Marathi

Personal Information

· DOB: 11 August 1964

· Nationality: Indian

· Passport No.: Y9144757 (Exp: 9 Oct 2033)

· Seaman Book Expiry: 28 Dec 2028

· C1D Visa Expiry: 6 Feb 2028

· Address: B-606, Raj Shivam CHS Ltd., Shiv Vallabh Road,

Ashokan, Dahisar (E), Mumbai – 400068

Disclaimer

  • I hereby declare that all the information provided is true to the best of my knowledge.

Timeline

Executive Sous Chef

Windstar Cruises
10.2023 - 07.2024

Sous Chef

Margaritaville at Sea
03.2023 - 09.2023

Executive Chef

Executive Enclave Hotel, Mumbai
04.2022 - 11.2022

Sous Chef

Holland America Line
01.2015 - 06.2017

Chef de Cuisine / Sous Chef

Celebrity Cruises
01.2007 - 01.2014

Cook Tournant (CDP)

Celebrity Cruises
01.2002 - 01.2007

Cook Tournant (CDP)

Apollo Shipping
01.1999 - 01.2002

Senior Cook I

Emirates Flight Catering
01.1997 - 01.1999

Assistant to Head Cook

Taj Air Caterers (IHCL)
01.1984 - 01.1997

HSC -

Siddharth College

Marine Courses -

U.S. Public Health Sanitation -

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