Crowne Plaza Today New Delhi Okhla appoints Sonu Dhumal as Executive Chef

Strengthening culinary leadership and food & beverage excellence

Crowne Plaza Today New Delhi Okhla has announced the appointment of Sonu Dhumal as its new Executive Chef, marking a significant step in strengthening the hotel’s culinary leadership and food and beverage vision.

Professional background and experience

Chef Dhumal brings over two decades of experience in the global hospitality industry, having worked with luxury hotels and resorts across India, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Africa, and island destinations. His career spans senior culinary leadership and pre-opening roles in diverse international markets.

An alumnus of the Institute of Hotel Management, Kufri, he holds a Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality and Hotel Administration and has also completed advanced hospitality management studies through the Cornell University School of Hotel Administration (via edX).

Previous leadership roles

His professional journey includes leadership assignments with prominent hospitality brands such as Taj Hotels, Hilton, Sheraton, Radisson Blu, Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Hideaway Beach Resort Maldives, and Serena Hotels International. Most recently, he has been associated with executive chef and pre-opening projects in India and overseas luxury destinations.

Culinary expertise and focus areas

Chef Dhumal specialises in Western and multi-cuisine operations, all-day dining, banqueting, fine dining, and large-scale culinary management. His approach emphasises menu innovation, operational discipline, food safety standards, and consistently high levels of guest satisfaction.

Role and responsibilities

In his new role, Chef Dhumal will oversee all culinary operations across restaurants, banquets, and events, driving innovation while maintaining quality, sustainability, and guest-centric dining experiences at the hotel.

Leadership commentary

Commenting on the appointment, Ritesh Sharma, General Manager, Crowne Plaza Today New Delhi Okhla, said the hotel is confident that Chef Dhumal’s global exposure and culinary expertise will elevate its dining offerings and set new benchmarks in the market.