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	He later earned a diploma in Hotel Management and Applied Nutrition from the [[wikipedia:International Institute of Hotel Management\|International Institute of Hotel Management]], [[wikipedia:Kolkata\|Kolkata]].		He later earned a diploma in Hotel Management and Applied Nutrition from the [[wikipedia:International Institute of Hotel Management\|International Institute of Hotel Management]], [[wikipedia:Kolkata\|Kolkata]].
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	As part of his early training, he completed industrial training at '''The Leela Beach, Goa''', gaining exposure to professional kitchen operations and [[wikipedia:Hospitality management\|hospitality standards]].		As part of his early training, he completed industrial training at '''The Leela Beach, Goa''', gaining exposure to professional kitchen operations and [[wikipedia:Hospitality management\|hospitality standards]].

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	=== International career ===		=== International career ===
	In 2023, Prasad moved to the [[wikipedia:United States\|United States]] and currently serves as '''Executive Chef''' at FineIndian Dining LLC in [[wikipedia:Somerset, New Jersey\|Somerset, New Jersey]].		In 2023, Prasad moved to the [[wikipedia:United States\|United States]] and currently serves as '''Executive Chef''' at FineIndian Dining LLC in [[wikipedia:Somerset, New Jersey\|Somerset, New Jersey]].
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	His role includes menu development, culinary innovation, kitchen management, and adherence to international [[wikipedia:Food safety\|food safety]] standards.		His role includes menu development, culinary innovation, kitchen management, and adherence to international [[wikipedia:Food safety\|food safety]] standards.

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	* '''Swami Vivekanand National Spirit Award 2026 – Certificate of Excellence'''		* '''Swami Vivekanand National Spirit Award 2026 – Certificate of Excellence'''
	* Participation in initiatives by [[wikipedia:MyGov India\|MyGov India]] and [[wikipedia:Archaeological Survey of India\|Archaeological Survey of India]]		* Participation in initiatives by [[wikipedia:MyGov India\|MyGov India]] and [[wikipedia:Archaeological Survey of India\|Archaeological Survey of India]]
	* Completion of “Leadership for 360° Excellence” program at [[wikipedia:Manav Rachna University\|Manav Rachna University]] (2025)		* [[File:Rakesh Kumar Prasad8101.png\|thumb]]Completion of “Leadership for 360° Excellence” program at [[wikipedia:Manav Rachna University\|Manav Rachna University]] (2025)

	== Professional affiliations ==		== Professional affiliations ==
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	* [[wikipedia:Zee Business\|Zee Business]]		* [[wikipedia:Zee Business\|Zee Business]]
	* [[wikipedia:Aaj Tak\|Aaj Tak]]		* [[wikipedia:Aaj Tak\|Aaj Tak]]
	* [[File:Rakesh Kumar Prasad5.jpg\|thumb]]Other television and digital media outlets		* [[File:Rakesh Kumar Prasad5.jpg\|thumb]][[File:Rakesh Kumar Prasad81.jpg\|thumb]]Other television and digital media outlets

	== Culinary expertise ==		== Culinary expertise ==
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	* [[wikipedia:Inventory control\|Inventory management]]		* [[wikipedia:Inventory control\|Inventory management]]
	* [[wikipedia:Banquet\|Banquet]] and large-scale catering		* [[wikipedia:Banquet\|Banquet]] and large-scale catering
	* Team leadership and training		* [[File:Rakesh Kumar Prasad810.jpg\|thumb]]Team leadership and training

	== Personal life ==		== Personal life ==

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	'''Rakesh Kumar Prasad''' (born 21 October 1973) is an Indian executive chef and hospitality professional. He is known for his contributions to [[wikipedia:Fine dining\|fine dining]], [[wikipedia:Catering\|large-scale catering]], and international culinary operations, with over 25 years of experience across [[wikipedia:India\|India]] and the [[wikipedia:United States\|United States]].		'''Rakesh Kumar Prasad''' (born 21 October 1973) is an Indian executive chef and hospitality professional. He is known for his contributions to [[wikipedia:Fine dining\|fine dining]], [[wikipedia:Catering\|large-scale catering]], and international culinary operations, with over 25 years of experience across [[wikipedia:India\|India]] and the [[wikipedia:United States\|United States]].

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	=== Professional growth ===		=== Professional growth ===
	He advanced to senior roles including '''Senior Chef de Partie''' at Club Sapphire, [[wikipedia:Gurgaon\|Gurgaon]], and '''Senior Sous Chef''' with Kwality Group (KIC Food Pvt Ltd), [[wikipedia:Delhi\|Delhi]].		He advanced to senior roles including '''Senior Chef de Partie''' at Club Sapphire, [[wikipedia:Gurgaon\|Gurgaon]], and '''Senior Sous Chef''' with Kwality Group (KIC Food Pvt Ltd), [[wikipedia:Delhi\|Delhi]].
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	During this period, he was involved in large-scale catering projects, including the [[wikipedia:2010 Commonwealth Games\|2010 Commonwealth Games]] held in [[wikipedia:New Delhi\|New Delhi]].		During this period, he was involved in large-scale catering projects, including the [[wikipedia:2010 Commonwealth Games\|2010 Commonwealth Games]] held in [[wikipedia:New Delhi\|New Delhi]].

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	* '''ServSafe Food Handler Certification'''		* '''ServSafe Food Handler Certification'''
	* '''HACCP Certification''' – [[wikipedia:International HACCP Alliance\|International HACCP Alliance]]		* '''HACCP Certification''' – [[wikipedia:International HACCP Alliance\|International HACCP Alliance]]
	* '''First Aid Certification''' – [[wikipedia:Indian Red Cross Society\|Indian Red Cross Society]] (2019)		* [[File:Rakesh Kumar Prasad4.jpg\|thumb]]'''First Aid Certification''' – [[wikipedia:Indian Red Cross Society\|Indian Red Cross Society]] (2019)

	== Awards and recognitions ==		== Awards and recognitions ==
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	* [[wikipedia:Zee Business\|Zee Business]]		* [[wikipedia:Zee Business\|Zee Business]]
	* [[wikipedia:Aaj Tak\|Aaj Tak]]		* [[wikipedia:Aaj Tak\|Aaj Tak]]
	* Other television and digital media outlets		* [[File:Rakesh Kumar Prasad5.jpg\|thumb]]Other television and digital media outlets

	== Culinary expertise ==		== Culinary expertise ==

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| '''Born''' || 21 October 1973, [[wikipedia:India|India]]
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| '''Years active''' || 1995–present
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| '''Employer''' || FineIndian Dining LLC
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* Diploma in Hotel Management and Applied Nutrition – [[wikipedia:International Institute of Hotel Management|International Institute of Hotel Management]], [[wikipedia:Kolkata|Kolkata]]
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| '''Known for''' || [[wikipedia:Culinary arts|Culinary leadership]], [[wikipedia:Food innovation|Food innovation]], [[wikipedia:Hospitality industry|Hospitality operations]]
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'''Rakesh Kumar Prasad''' (born 21 October 1973) is an Indian executive chef and hospitality professional. He is known for his contributions to [[wikipedia:Fine dining|fine dining]], [[wikipedia:Catering|large-scale catering]], and international culinary operations, with over 25 years of experience across [[wikipedia:India|India]] and the [[wikipedia:United States|United States]].

== Early life and education ==
Prasad was born in [[wikipedia:India|India]] and raised in [[wikipedia:Rourkela|Rourkela]], [[wikipedia:Odisha|Odisha]]. He completed his schooling at Deepika EM School and pursued higher secondary education in science from Ispat College, Rourkela.

He later earned a diploma in Hotel Management and Applied Nutrition from the [[wikipedia:International Institute of Hotel Management|International Institute of Hotel Management]], [[wikipedia:Kolkata|Kolkata]].

As part of his early training, he completed industrial training at '''The Leela Beach, Goa''', gaining exposure to professional kitchen operations and [[wikipedia:Hospitality management|hospitality standards]].

== Career ==

=== Early career ===
Prasad began his culinary journey in 1995 in entry-level roles. He worked as a '''Commis III''' at [[wikipedia:The Park Hotels|The Park]], [[wikipedia:New Delhi|New Delhi]], where he specialized in [[wikipedia:Continental cuisine|continental cuisine]].

He later gained experience at [[wikipedia:Taj Palace, New Delhi|Taj Palace, New Delhi]] and worked with well-known establishments such as [[wikipedia:Olive Bar & Kitchen|Olive Bar & Kitchen]] and '''Lodi – The Garden Restaurant''', building a strong foundation in kitchen operations and food preparation.

=== Professional growth ===
He advanced to senior roles including '''Senior Chef de Partie''' at Club Sapphire, [[wikipedia:Gurgaon|Gurgaon]], and '''Senior Sous Chef''' with Kwality Group (KIC Food Pvt Ltd), [[wikipedia:Delhi|Delhi]].

During this period, he was involved in large-scale catering projects, including the [[wikipedia:2010 Commonwealth Games|2010 Commonwealth Games]] held in [[wikipedia:New Delhi|New Delhi]].

=== Leadership roles in India ===
Prasad held key leadership roles in several organizations:

* At '''Old World Hospitality Pvt Ltd''', he served as '''Chef de Cuisine''', managing restaurants, banquets, and catering operations while ensuring compliance with [[wikipedia:HACCP|HACCP]], [[wikipedia:ISO standards|ISO standards]], and [[wikipedia:FSSAI|FSSAI]].

* At the [[wikipedia:India Habitat Centre|India Habitat Centre]], [[wikipedia:New Delhi|New Delhi]], he focused on menu innovation, operational efficiency, and sustainable kitchen practices.

* At '''Foodlink F&B Holding India Pvt Ltd''', he worked as '''Executive Chef''', overseeing kitchen operations, staff training, and inventory systems.

=== International career ===
In 2023, Prasad moved to the [[wikipedia:United States|United States]] and currently serves as '''Executive Chef''' at FineIndian Dining LLC in [[wikipedia:Somerset, New Jersey|Somerset, New Jersey]].

His role includes menu development, culinary innovation, kitchen management, and adherence to international [[wikipedia:Food safety|food safety]] standards.

== Certifications ==
Prasad holds several professional certifications:

* '''Certified Culinary Administrator (CCA)''' – [[wikipedia:American Culinary Federation|American Culinary Federation]]
* '''Food Protection Manager Certification''' – [[wikipedia:ServSafe|ServSafe]] ([[wikipedia:National Restaurant Association|National Restaurant Association]])
* '''ServSafe Food Handler Certification'''
* '''HACCP Certification''' – [[wikipedia:International HACCP Alliance|International HACCP Alliance]]
* '''First Aid Certification''' – [[wikipedia:Indian Red Cross Society|Indian Red Cross Society]] (2019)

== Awards and recognitions ==
His recognitions include:

* '''Swami Vivekanand National Spirit Award 2026 – Certificate of Excellence'''
* Participation in initiatives by [[wikipedia:MyGov India|MyGov India]] and [[wikipedia:Archaeological Survey of India|Archaeological Survey of India]]
* Completion of “Leadership for 360° Excellence” program at [[wikipedia:Manav Rachna University|Manav Rachna University]] (2025)

== Professional affiliations ==

* Executive Member, '''World Association of Master Chefs (WAMC)'''

== Media presence ==
Prasad has been featured on platforms such as:

* [[wikipedia:Zee Business|Zee Business]]
* [[wikipedia:Aaj Tak|Aaj Tak]]
* Other television and digital media outlets

== Culinary expertise ==
His expertise includes:

* [[wikipedia:Menu|Menu planning]] and development
* [[wikipedia:Food safety|Food safety]] and hygiene compliance
* [[wikipedia:Inventory control|Inventory management]]
* [[wikipedia:Banquet|Banquet]] and large-scale catering
* Team leadership and training

== Personal life ==
Rakesh Kumar Prasad is married to Meenakshi and has two children. He currently resides in [[wikipedia:New Jersey|New Jersey]], [[wikipedia:United States|United States]].

== See also ==

* [[wikipedia:Chef|Chef]]
* [[wikipedia:Indian cuisine|Indian cuisine]]
* [[wikipedia:Hospitality management|Hospitality management]]
* [[wikipedia:Catering|Catering]]

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