Chef HR Khan

Highly experienced and accomplished Head Chef with over 35 years of expertise in Indian cuisine, luxury hospitality, fine dining, banqueting, and restaurant operations. Proven track record of leading successful kitchen teams, opening and developing restaurants, designing innovative menus, and delivering exceptional food quality and guest satisfaction. Experienced in working within prestigious 5-star hotels, celebrity chef restaurant groups, modern Indian dining concepts, traditional curry houses, gastro pubs, and large-scale catering operations across India and the United Kingdom.

Passionate about authentic Indian flavours combined with creativity, operational excellence, and strong kitchen leadership.

Head Chef - The Queens Hotel, Leeds, UK - Leeds, UK

(2025-01)

• Leading kitchen operations within a prestigious 5-star hospitality environment
• Managing food quality, menu planning, hygiene compliance, and staff supervision
• Delivering high-quality dining experiences while maintaining operational efficiency

Senior Sous Chef - Cinnamon Collection, London, UK - London, UK

(2016-01 - 2024-12)

Fine-dining Indian cuisine under celebrity chef Vivek Singh

• Assisted in managing high-end kitchen operations in award-winning restaurants
• Supervised kitchen teams and maintained premium food standards
• Contributed to menu development and modern Indian culinary innovation
• Managed banqueting, events, and high-volume service operations

Head Chef - Bombay Dream, High Wycombe, UK - High Wycombe, UK

(2014-01 - 2016-12)

• Managed a busy 150-cover Indian restaurant
• Designed menus and supervised full kitchen operations
• Maintained food quality, hygiene, and cost control

Head Chef - Vinodhon, Hythe, Kent, UK - Hythe, Kent, UK

(2012-01 - 2014-12)

• Led all kitchen activities and menu development
• Trained junior kitchen staff and ensured consistency in food preparation

Head Chef - Aura Has 5, Eastcote, UK - Eastcote, UK

(2011-01 - 2012-12)

• Managed day-to-day kitchen operations
• Developed Indian speciality dishes and maintained high service standards

Head Chef / Owner - The Royal India, Portsmouth, UK - Portsmouth, UK

(2009-01 - 2011-12)

• Operated and managed own restaurant business
• Oversaw kitchen management, purchasing, staffing, and customer satisfaction

Head Chef - Red Chilli, Surrey, UK - Surrey, UK

(2006-01 - 2009-12)

120-seat authentic Indian restaurant

• Managed high-volume restaurant operations
• Maintained authentic Indian flavours and kitchen efficiency

Group Head Chef - Jee-Ja-Jee's Restaurant Group, Midlands, UK - Midlands, UK

(2004-01 - 2006-12)

Group of 6 Indian restaurants

• Supervised multiple kitchen teams across restaurant group
• Standardised menus, recipes, and kitchen procedures
• Conducted staff training and operational management

Head Chef - The Mowchak Restaurant, UK - UK

(2002-01 - 2004-12)

• Managed authentic Indian kitchen operations and menu planning

CDP & Banquet Kitchen In-Charge - The Oberoi Grand Hotel, Kolkata, India - Kolkata, India

(1984-01 - 2002-12)

The Oberoi Group (EIH Ltd.) - 5-Star Deluxe Luxury Hotel. Worked for over 16 years in various professional culinary positions.

• Managed banquet kitchen operations and large-scale catering events
• Worked in prestigious hotel restaurants including: The Gharana, The Mughal Room, Rang Mahal
• Organised major Indian food festivals including: Kashmiri Cuisine Festival, Hyderabadi Cuisine Festival, Bengali Cuisine Festival
• Represented The Oberoi Group in international Indian food promotions in Bangkok
• Maintained luxury hospitality standards and high-quality food production

Professional Culinary Training - Culinary Arts - The Oberoi Group (EIH Ltd.)