Chef Sumeet Rohela Appointed Executive Chef at ITC Narmada — Strengthening Culinary Leadership with ITC Hotels Experience

A leadership transition in the kitchens of ITC Narmada, the luxury property of ITC Hotels Limited in Ahmedabad, sees the appointment of Chef Sumeet Rohela as Executive Chef. The move places an experienced ITC Hotels culinary professional at the helm of the property’s gastronomic operations, reinforcing the hotel’s ambition to strengthen its position as a destination for refined dining and responsible luxury in Gujarat’s commercial capital.

Career Foundation

The professional journey of Chef Sumeet Rohela has been closely aligned with the culinary ecosystem of ITC Hotels, where he developed his craft across several of the group’s flagship properties. Exposure to diverse culinary environments within the brand helped him cultivate a structured approach to kitchen management while working with varied regional and global cuisines.

Assignments at ITC Gardenia, Bengaluru, and ITC Maurya, New Delhi, played a formative role in shaping his culinary sensibilities, introducing him to large-scale luxury hospitality operations and premium dining formats. Subsequent exposure at ITC Grand Central, Mumbai, further expanded his understanding of urban luxury hospitality, where operational complexity and guest expectations demand precision in both culinary execution and kitchen coordination.

His time at ITC Grand Goa Resort & Spa also contributed to a deeper engagement with coastal cuisine and destination dining experiences, allowing him to refine techniques that balance regional authenticity with contemporary presentation. Each of these postings added operational depth, enabling him to manage large culinary brigades and multi-restaurant hotel environments.

Most Recent Role and Key Achievements

In recent years, Chef Sumeet Rohela has been associated with culinary operations at Bharat Mandapam, the landmark convention and exhibition complex in New Delhi. Working within this high-profile venue exposed him to large-format hospitality operations where culinary execution must align with international event standards and high-volume service environments.

The experience required overseeing food production for high-capacity events, coordinating complex kitchen teams, and maintaining quality standards across multiple service formats. This operational environment strengthened his ability to manage culinary logistics while maintaining consistency in large-scale hospitality settings.

Such exposure has positioned him well to take on leadership responsibilities within the culinary ecosystem of a luxury city hotel like ITC Narmada, where dining venues serve both local guests and international travellers.

Education and Professional Competencies

Chef Sumeet Rohela is an alumnus of the Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration (WGSHA), Manipal, one of India’s most respected hospitality education institutions. His academic foundation in professional culinary training and hospitality management provided the technical grounding for his work across ITC Hotels’ kitchens.

The combination of formal culinary education and brand-specific training within ITC Hotels has enabled him to integrate operational discipline with the group’s philosophy of responsible luxury and ingredient-driven cuisine.

Scope of New Role

As Executive Chef at ITC Narmada, Chef Sumeet Rohela will oversee the hotel’s culinary operations, including restaurant concepts, banquet kitchens, and menu innovation across the property’s dining venues. The role involves leading the kitchen brigade, developing seasonal menus, and maintaining the brand’s culinary standards aligned with ITC Hotels’ responsible luxury framework.

The luxury hotel market in Ahmedabad has become increasingly competitive as international brands expand their presence in the city. Strengthening culinary leadership at ITC Narmada signals a strategic emphasis on distinctive dining experiences as a key differentiator in the city’s premium hospitality segment.

Speaking about his appointment, Chef Sumeet Rohela said, “Working with ITC Hotels and being a part of its galloping growth story gives me a great sense of belonging, satisfaction and pride. It has been a unique commingling of philosophies, defining my passion for offering the experience of responsible luxury and creating memorable experiences with our gastronomic endeavours. I am excited to lead the talented kitchen brigade at ITC Narmada and I look forward to elevating the culinary standards and presenting innovative and refined experiences to our guests.”

The appointment places an experienced ITC Hotels culinary professional in charge of shaping the gastronomic direction of ITC Narmada, reinforcing the property’s ambition to remain a leading luxury hospitality destination in Ahmedabad.