Pune, October 1^st, 2022: The Ritz-Carlton, Pune is pleased to announce the elevation of Chef Mayyur  Tiwari as Director of Culinary. Chef Mayyur Tiwari has been spearheading the culinary operations at The  Ritz-Carlton, Pune, the second hotel from the brand in India, since pre-opening. Mayyur has been  instrumental in redefining trends and culinary strategy to ensure that our guests get a taste and essence of  the destination through its food and beverage offering. With abundant experience across Asia, his culinary  artistry and cuisine culture is well developed. 

Mayyur’s experience led him to introduce several engaging and guest-focused concepts, specifically  customised Farm-To-Kitchen programs, lead culinary strategy, and revolutionary menus all the while  keeping the Marriott Operating Standards at its core. Chef Mayyur’s gastronomic principles are based on  innovation and this is something he has embedded in his workplace ethos.  

Mayyur comes with over 17 years of experience that has been widely been recognized in the hospitality  and industry and media forums. He joined The Ritz-Carlton Pune pre-opening team after multiple  successful stints. He began his career at the Hyatt Regency Mumbai as a trainee cook where his  proficiency coupled with exceptional management skills honed him to become Sous Chef. Mayyur went  on to work for many other renowned brands such as Grand Hyatt Seoul, Grand Hyatt Mumbai, and JW  Marriott Pune, that was his assignment prior to his current role. He has been instrumental in opening of  key Marriott properties across various markets, some of which include JW Marriott, Singapore, JW  Marriott Hanoi and Weligama Bay Marriott Resort and Spa. 

Mayyur graduated with a diploma in Hotel Management and Training Technology. His passion for food  began at a young age being constantly surrounded by fresh produce in his personal environment. His  culinary journey has taken him to several destinations such as Korea, Shanghai, Vietnam, Dubai, Singapore.  With every meal, Chef Mayyur hopes to transform the entire dining experience into an everlasting memory,  a notion that that truly the essence of The Ritz-Carlton brand. With his vast exposure to various cultures  and cuisines, he aims to continue introducing culinary innovation at the property. He believes his strength  lies in developing young talent. The greatest satisfaction comes from watching his team work well and  bringing smiles to happy guests. 

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