Hardip Bhatia

About Hardip Bhatia

A skilled Culinary Professional with 23 years of progressive cooking and kitchen management experience. Recognized for a comprehensive knowledge of international cuisine, specializing in Italian, Western Cuisine, Modern Indian cuisine & North West Frontier Indian cuisine, I emphasize on refining the art of cooking, developing impressive menus, choosing the finest ingredients, and turning them into artfully crafted culinary dishes influenced by culturally diverse regions around the globe.

Experience

1. Executive Chef

   Trident Hotels

   Sep 2022 — Present · Agra, IN

   Key International Assignments-February 2025: Invited by Mandarin Oriental Bangkok to lead Indian culinary operations for an ultra-luxury, high-profile Indian wedding — ensuring authentic menu execution, flawless presentation, and seamless coordination with international F&B teams-March 2025: Handpicked to represent Indian culinary excellence during the official state visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and delegation at Mandarin Oriental Bangkok, working closely with diplomatic protocols and delivering under tight timelines and elevated security standards.Achievements• Achieving the highest-ever food and beverage revenue in the fiscal year 20••••23.• Received the \"Team of the Quarter\" award for January 2023 to March 2023, in recognition of remarkable performance and outstanding teamworkResponsibilities • Create innovative and appealing menus that meet the highest standards of quality and presentation, while also catering to guests\' dietary requirements.• Oversee the daily operations of the kitchen, ensuring that food is prepared and served to guests in a timely and efficient manner.• Manage and train the kitchen staff to maintain high levels of performance, productivity, and morale.• Manage inventory levels and implement cost control measures to ensure that food costs remain within budgeted targets.• Ensure that the kitchen complies with all local health and safety regulations and maintains high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.• Interact with guests to receive feedback, ensuring that their needs and expectations are met.• Plan and organize special events, such as banquets, weddings, and corporate functions, while ensuring that the food and service are of the highest quality

Education

• St. John's College Agra

  Bachelor of Commerce - BCom

• St. Clares Senior Secondary School Agra

  +2

  1995 — 1996

• Insitute of Hotel Management,Gwalior

  Three Year Diploma in Hotel Management

  1999 — 2002

Skills

• Culinary Skills
• Catering
• Food
• Haccp
• Restaurant Management
• Recipes
• Pre-Opening
• Food Safety
• Banquet Operations
• Hospitality Industry
• Menu Development
• Cooking
• Hygiene
• Hospitality Management
• Restaurants
• Banquets
• Hotel Management
• Cuisine
• Sanitation
• Hotels
• Hospitality
• Fine Dining
• Staff Development
• Food & Beverage