Ritesh Sharma serves as the Hospitality Trainer (Food Production) at Dev Rishi Educational Society (DRES), where he delivers competency-based training in culinary arts, food production, kitchen operations, food safety, and hospitality management. With over a decade of professional experience across hospitality education, premium restaurants, and international cruise operations, he combines global culinary expertise with practical teaching methodologies to prepare learners for successful careers in the hospitality industry. His industry-oriented approach enables students to develop technical excellence, professional discipline, and workplace readiness aligned with national and international hospitality standards.

• Delivers practical and competency-based Food Production training.
• Bridges international culinary practices with vocational education.
• Promotes food safety, hygiene, and quality standards in professional kitchens.
• Trains learners in culinary techniques and kitchen management.
• Mentors aspiring hospitality professionals through experiential learning.
• Supports DRES in developing skilled, industry-ready culinary professionals.

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Professional Journey

Ritesh’s professional journey reflects progressive growth across hospitality education, professional kitchens, restaurant leadership, and international cruise hospitality. Beginning his career in culinary operations before advancing into supervisory, head chef, and faculty roles, he has worked with renowned hospitality organizations including Costa Crociere S.P.A., Italy, while also serving as a Food Production Trainer in leading hospitality institutes. His transition into vocational education demonstrates his commitment to nurturing the next generation of hospitality professionals through practical, industry-focused learning.

• Brings extensive experience in culinary operations and hospitality education.
• Progressed through chef, supervisory, leadership, and faculty positions.
• Gained international culinary exposure through Costa Crociere S.P.A., Italy.
• Developed expertise in hospitality training, kitchen operations, and culinary management.
• Continues to strengthen hospitality education through practical industry experience.

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Key Contributions

Ritesh plays a vital role in strengthening DRES’ hospitality training ecosystem by delivering practical, competency-based learning that reflects current industry requirements. His professional experience enables learners to build strong technical skills, kitchen discipline, and confidence required for careers in hotels, restaurants, resorts, and international hospitality organizations.

• Conducts practical and classroom-based Food Production training.
• Trains learners in culinary techniques, food preparation, and kitchen operations.
• Promotes HACCP, hygiene, and food safety standards.
• Develops practical demonstrations and competency-based assessments.
• Mentors learners in teamwork, discipline, and professional kitchen practices.
• Aligns hospitality training with current industry expectations and employability standards.

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Core Expertise

Ritesh combines international culinary experience with practical training expertise to deliver comprehensive hospitality education.

• Food Production
• Culinary Arts
• Hospitality Training
• Kitchen Operations
• HACCP & Food Safety
• Food Hygiene & Sanitation
• Menu Planning
• Inventory Management
• Kitchen Supervision
• Culinary Demonstration
• Student Mentoring & Assessment
• Hospitality Operations

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Professional Values

Ritesh believes that culinary excellence is achieved through discipline, creativity, consistency, and continuous learning. His professional philosophy emphasizes practical skill development, quality standards, teamwork, and preparing learners to excel in dynamic hospitality environments.

• Professional Excellence
• Integrity
• Creativity
• Discipline
• Teamwork
• Quality Consciousness
• Continuous Learning
• Commitment to Learner Success

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Academic Background

Ritesh’s professional education in Food Production and Patisserie, combined with extensive industry experience and hospitality training, provides a strong foundation for delivering world-class culinary education and skill development.

• Diploma in Food Production & Patisserie, Culinary Academy of India, Hyderabad
• ToT Certified Hospitality Trainer

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Future Focus

Ritesh remains committed to developing highly skilled culinary professionals by integrating international industry practices with competency-based vocational education. He continues to focus on advancing food production excellence, promoting global hospitality standards, and preparing learners for rewarding careers in India’s and the world’s hospitality industry.

 

• Advancing industry-oriented culinary and food production training.
• Promoting international standards in kitchen operations and food safety.
• Strengthening practical learning through hands-on culinary education.
• Enhancing learner employability in national and international hospitality sectors.
• Supporting DRES’ mission of developing future-ready hospitality professionals.