Chef Sandeep Kumar Rai Appointed Executive Chef at Raffles Udaipur

Raffles Udaipur Welcomes Chef Sandeep Kumar Rai as Executive Chef

Udaipur, India — Raffles Udaipur proudly announces the appointment of Chef Sandeep Kumar Rai as its new Executive Chef. With over 19 years of international culinary experience spanning India, the Middle East, and the Indian Ocean region, Chef Sandeep brings an impressive blend of creativity, expertise, and passion to the luxury resort’s kitchens.

Culinary Leadership Rooted in Global Excellence

Chef Sandeep’s distinguished career includes leading kitchens at renowned properties such as The Oberoi Rajvilas, City Center Rotana Doha, and OBLU Select Sangeli in the Maldives. Known for his ability to marry culinary artistry with operational excellence, he excels in diverse cuisines including Indian, Asian, Mediterranean, European, and Middle Eastern, showcasing a cosmopolitan flair.

Elevating Raffles Udaipur’s Gastronomic Experience

At Raffles Udaipur, Chef Sandeep will oversee the culinary vision across the hotel’s acclaimed dining venues—Sawai Kitchen, The Writers Bar, The Long Bar, and The Patisserie. His focus will be on blending regional flavors with contemporary techniques while promoting sustainability and mindful sourcing to create memorable dining experiences.

Rajesh Namby, General Manager of Raffles Udaipur, expressed, “We are thrilled to welcome Chef Sandeep Kumar Rai to the Raffles family. His global expertise and respect for authentic culinary traditions perfectly align with our mission to deliver timeless experiences. Under his guidance, our culinary offerings will continue to delight and inspire our guests, reinforcing Raffles Udaipur’s standing as a premier gastronomic destination.”