Pune, 04th March 2025: Novotel Pune is delighted to announce the appointment of Chef Gaurav Mawari as its new Executive Chef. Bringing with him an illustrious career spanning over 15 years in the hospitality industry, Chef Gaurav is set to elevate the culinary offerings at Novotel Pune with his vast expertise in international cuisines, banqueting, and food innovation.

Chef Gaurav’s career journey is a testament to his passion and dedication to the culinary arts. He has been instrumental in the successful openings of several five-star properties, including Ista Hyderabad, Taj Vivanta Hyderabad, Aloft Hotel New Delhi, and Radisson Individuals Bangalore. Prior to joining Novotel Pune, Chef Gaurav served as Executive Sous Chef at Sheraton Grand Chennai. Prior to that, he held leadership roles at Holiday Inn New Delhi International Airport and Radisson Individuals Bangalore as Head Chef and Executive Chef, respectively, where he was instrumental in overseeing large-scale kitchen operations, refining culinary strategies, and mentoring teams to uphold high hospitality standards.

Chef Gaurav’s philosophy revolves around blending global culinary trends with local flavors, ensuring that each dish tells a unique story. His proficiency in food safety standards, customer engagement, and team management makes him an invaluable addition to the Novotel Pune family.

“We are excited to have Chef Gaurav on board,” said Mr. Anant Leekha, General Manager, Novotel Pune. “His diverse experience, creativity, and commitment to excellence align perfectly with our vision of delivering an exceptional dining experience to our guests.”

In his new role at Novotel Pune, Chef Gaurav will spearhead the hotel’s culinary operations, overseeing menu innovations, maintaining high-quality food standards, curating exceptional dining experiences for guests and launch of our upcoming restaurant SOAK (Global Grill)