APPOINTMENT

voco Amritsar by IHG Appoints Sumit Kumar as Executive Chef

voco Amritsar has announced the appointment of Sumit Kumar as Executive Chef. In his new role, he will lead culinary strategy and oversee operations across restaurants, in-room dining, and banqueting.

Chef Sumit Kumar brings over 16 years of international culinary experience, with expertise in Italian and progressive Indian cuisine. Over the course of his career, he has worked with leading hospitality brands including ITC Hotels, Hyatt, Radisson Hotel Group, Marriott International, and IHG Hotels & Resorts.

His experience also includes international assignments in Saudi Arabia, Dubai, England, and Japan, where he has worked across diverse culinary environments and dining formats.

In his new position, Chef Sumit will be responsible for menu development, maintaining kitchen standards, training culinary teams, and enhancing guest dining experiences at the hotel.

Manish Yadav, General Manager, voco Amritsar, said, “Culinary experiences play a vital role in shaping memorable guest stays, and at voco Amritsar, this remains a key focus. Chef Sumit’s global exposure, creativity, and leadership will further strengthen the hotel’s dining and banqueting offerings. The team is delighted to welcome him on board and looks forward to the innovation and excellence he will bring to the culinary experiences at voco Amritsar.”

Commenting on his new role, Chef Sumit Kumar said,  “I am excited to join voco Amritsar, a brand known for its warm hospitality and vibrant guest experiences. I look forward to working with the team to craft menus that celebrate seasonal ingredients, refined techniques and global flavours, while creating memorable dining experiences for our guests.”