Grand Hyatt Mumbai Promotes Chef Neeraj Tyagi as Cluster Director of Culinary-West India

Mumbai, 11^th December 2025, Grand Hyatt Mumbai, one of India’s leading luxury hospitality landmarks, is pleased to announce the promotion of Chef Neeraj Tyagi as Cluster Director of Culinary- West India, effective November 1, 2025.

 Chef Neeraj joined Grand Hyatt Mumbai in July 2024, bringing with him a distinguished culinary career spanning more than 24 years and a deep commitment to innovation, excellence, and leadership within the hospitality industry. His journey at the hotel has been marked by remarkable achievements, including elevating culinary standards, curating acclaimed dining experiences, and leading numerous high-profile events with precision and creativity.

 During his tenure as Director of Culinary, Neeraj played a pivotal role in strengthening culinary operations while shaping a culture of craftsmanship, consistency, and forward-thinking gastronomy. He also spearheaded the launch of The Grand Showroom, a groundbreaking experiential dining concept that has set new benchmarks in immersive culinary storytelling across India.

 In his expanded role, Neeraj will oversee the culinary strategy for Hyatt properties across West India, guiding menu innovation, operational alignment, quality enhancement, talent development, and the creation of signature gastronomic journeys that reflect Hyatt’s evolving guest expectations. His leadership will be instrumental in shaping large-scale culinary excellence while nurturing teams to achieve high performance across diverse kitchen environments.

“Innovation at scale begins with passion, thrives on purpose, and endures through excellence. This belief guides me every day as I work to create meaningful culinary experiences and inspire our teams to push boundaries, collaborate deeply, and consistently strive for excellence across every kitchen. With my new role, I look forward to continuing to bring global flavours to the tables of Grand Hyatt Mumbai, creating exclusive, authentic and immersive world-class gastronomic experiences.”

Chef Neeraj Tyagi 

 Beyond the kitchen, Neeraj is known for his love for travel, cultural exploration, and mentoring aspiring chefs. His curiosity for global cuisines and commitment to continuous learning further enrich his approach to crafting memorable dining experiences.

 As one of Hyatt’s flagship properties in India, Grand Hyatt Mumbai continues to champion talent development, operational excellence, and leadership advancement, cornerstones of the hotel’s commitment to delivering extraordinary guest experiences. Neeraj’s promotion reflects Hyatt’s dedication to recognizing internal talent and elevating leaders who embody its values, purpose, and service promise.