The Westin Gurgaon, New Delhi, announces the elevation of Chef Ankit Malhotra to the role of Executive Chef. With over 15 years of distinguished experience across some of the world’s most respected luxury hospitality brands, Chef Ankit brings a refined culinary vision, an unwavering commitment to excellence, and a dynamic leadership style to his new role.
Having joined The Westin Gurgaon New Delhi as Executive Sous Chef, Chef Ankit has been instrumental in advancing the hotel’s culinary identity. His tenure has been defined by thoughtful menu innovation, a meticulous approach to quality, and his ability to nurture high-performing kitchen teams. His elevation reflects not just his professional excellence, but also the strong culinary direction he has helped establish for the hotel. Chef Ankit began his journey at The Imperial, New Delhi, and has since contributed significantly to globally recognized hospitality brands including The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore, Taj West End Bengaluru, JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar, Conrad Pune, and internationally at Radisson Blu Hotel, London Bloomsbury. His career illustrates a deep commitment to mastering diverse cuisines, honing technical expertise, and leading kitchens with precision and integrity.
Chef Amit Dash, Cluster Executive Chef for The Westin Gurgaon, New Delhi & The Westin Sohna Resort & Spa, expressed pride in this elevation: “Ankit’s journey with us has been exceptional. His creativity, discipline, and depth of culinary knowledge have consistently reflected the highest standards of our brand. His elevation to Executive Chef is a natural progression of his talent and leadership. His refined understanding of both global and regional flavours aligns seamlessly with our vision of delivering thoughtful, elevated, and memorable dining experiences for our guests.”
Under his leadership, Chef Ankit will oversee the strategic direction of the hotel’s distinctive, award-winning dining venues, including its specialty restaurants led by expat chefs, banqueting operations, and wellness-focused culinary programming — a signature element of the Westin brand. From shaping signature dining programmes to leading collaborative chef initiatives and driving culinary innovation across restaurants and banquets, Chef Ankit is poised to further strengthen The Westin Gurgaon, New Delhi’s position as one of NCR’s foremost gastronomic destinations. His elevation marks an exciting new chapter for the property — one defined by craft, creativity, and a renewed focus on exceptional guest experiences.
