Encalm Hospitality announces the appointment of Chef Ritesh Negi as Head – Culinary, marking a significant milestone in the company’s vision to redefine the culinary landscape of airport hospitality in India.
A culinary leader with global expertise
With over 20 years of experience in luxury hospitality and acclaimed fine-dining establishments, Chef Ritesh brings an intuitive mastery of global techniques, regional flavours, and experiential menu design.
In his new role at Encalm, he will be involved with all culinary undertakings across verticals, curating destination-inspired menus that master international cuisine with native essence, while enhancing the in-lounge dining experience for modern travellers.
Rich professional journey in India and abroad
Chef Ritesh’s professional journey draws from leading roles at renowned Indian dining restaurants like The China Kitchen (Hyatt Regency New Delhi), Setz and Cha Shi (DLF Emporio), On The Waterfront (The Lodhi), and The Claridges New Delhi.
He has a strong global presence, including menu curations for Jovee in Dubai and culinary workshops at The Sugar Club by Peter Gordon, Masu, and The Grill in Auckland, New Zealand. He has also engaged deeply with traditional food cultures across China, Vietnam, Thailand, and Italy; reflected in his signature style focused on seasonality, regional heritage, and storytelling through food.
Encalm Hospitality Leadership endorsement
Speaking on the appointment, Vikas Sharma, CEO – Encalm Hospitality, said, “We are thrilled to welcome Chef Ritesh to the Encalm family. His expertise will be instrumental in elevating the culinary narrative across our airport lounges, culinary experiences, and premium services. With his leadership, we look forward to offering travellers an unmatched gastronomic experience that is both globally inspired and authentically Indian.”
