Sandeep Pande, Director of Culinary, St Regis Goa Resort
Leveraging a longstanding history of culinary excellence in the industry, Sandeep Pande brings him a wealth of knowledge to The St. Regis Goa Resort as the new Director of Culinary.
With over two decades of rich experience, Sandeep’s style straddles both, precision and passion. Before this, Sandeep was Executive Chef at JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity, where he continuously elevated the hotels’ culinary experiences. Having exposure in eight Marriott International brands, Sandeep claims that his career highlight was opening and positioning the flagship Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa, the first in Sri Lanka, while also laying ground work for Sheraton there.
Chef Sandeep Pande is certified in Hospitality Administration from the Cornell School of Hotel Administration after completing his Post Graduate Diploma in Kitchen Management. He spent his formative years with the Oberoi Group including the revered Oberoi Amarvilas. He also worked at the Habtoor Grand Beach Resort and Spa, a sprawling resort on Jumeirah Beach, Dubai as Executive Sous Chef for two years.
Sandeep gleaned invaluable global exposure overseas, training at Michelin-starred restaurants and engaging in gastronomic tours of London, South of England, Provence, and Languedoc-Roussillon. He is a senior member of the UAE Culinary Guild and a member of the National Registry of Food Safety Professionals, USA.
Shubham Basrur, Food & Beverage Manager, St Regis Goa Resort
Shubham joins the hotel as Food & Beverage Manager from his previous role at Park Hyatt Chennai, home to the famed The Flying Elephant restaurant.
With his signature calm demeanor, sharp leadership edge and operational acumen Shubham will lead the hotel’s dynamic F&B team while also positioning the three brand new dining outlets as must visit destinations in Goa.
This is Shubham’s momentous return to Marriott International post his previous assignment at Goa Marriott Resort and Spa. Shubham spent his formative years with Taj, gaining hands on experience at Taj Madikeri and Oberoi in Mumbai before that.
Shubham is experienced in curating intimate, experiential dinners as well as large sit downs and pop-up events.
