Chef Gagan Sahu joins The Ritz-Carlton, Pune as the new Executive Sous Chef

The Ritz-Carlton, Pune has announced the appointment of Chef Gagan Sahu as the new Executive Sous Chef

Gagan Sahu, Executive Sous Chef, The Ritz-Carlton, Pune

Chef Gagan brings over 14 years of culinary experience across India’s most prestigious luxury hotels and restaurants. Known for his modern approach to Indian cuisine, deep ingredient knowledge, and commitment to sustainability, Chef Gagan is set to further elevate the hotel’s celebrated dining experiences.

Gagan rejoins The Ritz-Carlton, Pune after previous tenure as Chef de Cuisine during the hotel’s pre-opening phase, where he led day-to-day operations for specialty restaurants and the All Day Dining venue. Under his leadership, the All Day Dining restaurant was awarded Best in the City by the Times Food and Nightlife Awards three years in a row. He also spearheaded high-profile culinary showcases such as the Louis XIII Cognac Dinner, the Degree Celsius Dinner, and Lexus Chef’s Table, all of which were praised for their creativity and finesse.

In his most recent roles, Gagan Sahu held leadership positions at Hyatt Regency Pune & Residences and The St. Regis Goa, where he was instrumental in launching Susegado, a beachside restaurant concept celebrating coastal Indian cuisine with a modern twist. His strengths lie in managing high-volume banqueting, designing concept-driven menus, and training diverse culinary teams to uphold excellence in food quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction.

A strong advocate of zero-waste cooking, Gagan believes in transforming locally sourced, indigenous ingredients into globally inspired dishes. His cuisine reflects his passion for sustainable dining, with a flair for pre-plated, fine-dining formats and vegan-forward innovation.

In his new role, Chef Gagan will support the hotel’s expanding culinary vision across Ukiyo, Aasmana, the Tea Lounge, All Day Dining, and Banquets, working closely with the culinary leadership to craft unforgettable gastronomic journeys. He will also play a pivotal role in training and mentoring chefs, driving menu engineering, and ensuring The Ritz-Carlton’s legendary service extends to every plate.

A Pune resident, Gagan is passionate about culinary storytelling, discovering rural flavors, and connecting communities through food. His appointment marks a promising new chapter for The Ritz-Carlton, Pune—blending precision, passion, and purpose on every plate.