Chef Raj Shandil

I'm leading the opening of a 100-cover fine European cuisine restaurant with Seazen Group in Kuwait, guiding a multinational kitchen team and creating memorable dishes with fresh ingredients.

Across The Ananda Kufri, Deventure Hotel, jüSTa Cliffend Resort and Spa, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, and Hilton Northolme Resort and Spa, I've managed à la carte, buffet, banquet, and fine-dining operations. I plan high-volume production, develop menus and recipes, control food costs and inventory, maintain food-safety standards, and train kitchen teams for demanding service.

I've built my culinary career from Commis Chef to Head Chef over 15 years, with a focus on Western and Mediterranean cuisine, plating, guest satisfaction, and efficient kitchen operations. My work has been recognized through awards including first place in the Eat Right Millets Chef Recipe Competition and Tora Flora Vegan Chef.