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Mahabaleshwar, 29th October 2025: Courtyard by Marriott Mahabaleshwar is pleased to announce the appointment of Kranti Malay Ray as its new Executive Chef. With over a decade of experience in the hospitality industry, Chef Kranti brings a wealth of culinary expertise, leadership skills, and a passion for delivering memorable dining experiences.
Rahul Janve, General Manager, Courtyard by Marriott Mahabaleshwar, said, “We are delighted to welcome Chef Kranti to our team. His creativity, operational excellence, and dedication to culinary innovation will enhance our guests’ dining experience and inspire our culinary team.”
In his role as Executive Chef, Chef Kranti will oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, including menu planning, food quality, cost management, and team development. He will focus on crafting innovative and locally inspired cuisine that delights every guest while maintaining the highest culinary standards.
Prior to joining Courtyard Mahabaleshwar, Chef Kranti served as Chef de Cuisine at Conrad Pune, where he played a key role in managing daily operations at the all-day dining restaurant Coriander Kitchen. Throughout his career, he has also contributed his expertise to leading hotels such as Hyatt Ahmedabad, Marriott Surat, Sheraton Hyderabad, Novotel Visakhapatnam, Marriott Agra, and Radisson Blu Karjat. He has led multiple menu innovations, food promotions, and special events, while mentoring and training kitchen teams to uphold excellence in food quality and service.
“I am excited to join Courtyard Mahabaleshwar and bring my culinary vision to life. My aim is to create memorable dining experiences for every guest while nurturing a passionate and talented culinary team.”Chef Kranti Malay Ray
An alumnus of the Durgapur Society of Management Science, Chef Kranti graduated at the top of his class in Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BHMCT) and completed his industrial training at The Leela Kempinski, Kovalam Beach.
With this appointment, Courtyard by Marriott Mahabaleshwar continues to strengthen its commitment to providing exceptional hospitality and innovative culinary experiences that delight guests from across India and around the world.