The St. Regis Goa Resort appoints Hitesh Rai as Executive Chef

The St. Regis Goa Resort has announced the appointment of Hitesh Rai as the Executive Chef. With over 18 years of culinary expertise in renowned luxury hospitality brands, he is set to bring his vast knowledge and passion for culinary innovation to enhance the resort’s culinary offerings.

Chef Hitesh joins the resort following his recent tenure as Executive Sous Chef at Hilton Amingiri, Maldives, and previously at OZEN Life Maadhoo, Maldives. His career includes leadership roles at  properties such as The Ritz-Carlton, Pune, and Conrad, Pune.

Chef Hitesh’s diverse experience spans various global cuisines, including Asian, Japanese, and modern fusion, cultivated through his work with renowned chefs like Bruno Menard and Nooror Somany Steppe. His meticulous attention to detail and creativity promises to elevate the dining experiences at The St. Regis Goa Resort.

Satish Kumar, General Manager, stated, “We are excited to have Chef Hitesh Rai join our team. His outstanding culinary background and commitment to creating exceptional dining experiences align with our vision of providing world-class hospitality. We are confident that his leadership will further enhance the resort’s gastronomic reputation and delight our guests.” 

Chef Hitesh aims to introduce curated menus that honour local Goan flavours, blending them with modern techniques and global culinary trends.