Taj City Centre, Gurugram Appoints Executive Chef – Mr. Abhijeet Thakre.

TAJ CITY CENTRE, GURUGRAM WELCOMES ITS NEW EXECUTIVE CHEF

July 9, 2018: Taj City Centre, Gurugram announces the appointment of its new Executive Chef, Abhijeet Thakre.

Abhijeet brings with himself 17 years of prolific experience in professional kitchens across the country. After completing his kitchen management training, he commenced his journey with IHCL in 2005 at Taj Chandigarh as Junior Sous Chef. Thereafter, he gained further expertise with renowned hospitality brands in key markets and returned in 2008 as the Sous Chef of the Taj Deccan, Hyderabad. In his last role, he held the office of the Executive Sous Chef at the iconic Taj Palace, New Delhi where he had the privilege of serving several Heads of States visiting the country and steered some of the signature dining experiences for the hotel’s award-winning restaurants and national and international conferences.

“Abhijeet is a great asset for us and we are delighted to have him lead our culinary operations. His profound knowledge of cuisine combined with his hands-on approach in the kitchen makes him a force to reckon with. We wish him all the best for his new role,” said Manu Sharma, General Manager.

A graduate from the Institute of Hotel Management, Mumbai, Abhijeet has worked with some of the country’s most renowned chefs and culinary experts. A devoted husband and a doting father to twin daughters, he is a street food aficionado and is also passionate about collecting pens and knives.

“I am truly ecstatic about my new assignment at the Taj City Centre, Gurugram. Home to the legendary Thai Pavilion, the vibrant all-day dining destination, Culina 44, and the award-winning bar Tease, the hotel has set benchmarks in the food and beverage space in India’s Millennium City. I am honoured to take on this new role and look forward to leading and working with a talented team of culinarians at the landmark hotel”, said Abhijeet on his appointment.

About Taj City Centre, Gurugram Set in the heart of India’s ‘Millennium City’, Taj City Centre, Gurugram is known for its impeccable hospitality and warm service. Singapore-based Warner Wong Design’s urbane aesthetic reflects in the hotel’s avant-garde design inspired by ‘height and light’. The signature Taj Club rooms and suites ensure a flawless experience with round-the-clock butler service that takes thoughtfully personalised hospitality to the next level. From fine dining restaurants like the iconic Thai Pavilion, the elegant all-day dining Culina 44 and the award-winning terrace bar, Tease, to holistic wellness rituals at the Jiva Spa, the hotel offers a modish retreat for the global business and leisure traveler.

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