Hyatt Place Vithalapur Appoints Abhishek Chawla as Head Chef
Abhishek will lead the culinary operations at the 108-room Hyatt Place Vithalapur, bringing 15 years of hospitality experience and his expertise in Pan Asian cuisine to the new role
Gujarat: August 18, 2026 – Hyatt Place Vithalapur has appointed Abhishek Chawla as Head Chef, strengthening the hotel’s culinary operations as it continues to serve a diverse mix of domestic and international business and leisure travellers. Chef Abhishek brings over 15 years of hospitality experience and a penchant for Pan-Asian cuisine to Hyatt Place Vithalapur.
As an emerging manufacturing hub in Gujarat, Vithalapur, attracts visitors from across the world, leading to a demand for authentic, global cuisines. Chef Abhishek’s extensive experience in culinary operations and menu development across some of India’s leading hotel chains, makes Hyatt Place Vithalapur, the go-to destination in the city for memorable dining experiences.
Chef Abhishek has previously worked with renowned international hospitality brands, where he contributed his culinary expertise to enhance their F&B offerings and create distinctive dining experiences.
“Leading culinary operations at Hyatt Place Vithalapur marks an exciting milestone for me. The city attracts a strong global business-traveller community, and I am excited to have our guests experience authentic Pan-Asian flavours created from fresh ingredients and spices and crafted using modern techniques,” said Abhishek Chawla, Head Chef, Hyatt Place Vithalapur.
“We are delighted to welcome Chef Abhishek to Hyatt Place Vithalapur’s culinary leadership team and have him create memorable dining experiences for all our guests,” said Bhuwan Chandra, General Manager, Hyatt Place Vithalapur.
Dining at Hyatt Place Vithalapur
Hyatt Place Vithalapur runs an all-day dining restaurant Zing, where guests can enjoy an extensive buffet and à la carte menu featuring Pan-Asian, Italian, Indian and international cuisines.
The hotel also offers The Market, a 24/7 Grab & Go outlet located at the lobby level, serving freshly brewed beverages, sandwiches, snacks, and desserts throughout the day and night.
For more information or to book a reservation, please visit hyattplacevithalapur.com
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