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Kasun Uluwita

Kasun Uluwita

JEDDAH,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Accomplished culinary professional with extensive expertise in high-volume, multi-property hotel operations, including luxury and internationally branded environments such as JW Marriott, Radisson Blu, Park Inn by Radisson, Radisson Individuals, and franchise collaboration with Accor. Proven track record in managing complex culinary operations, including pre-opening projects, large-scale banqueting (up to 10,000 covers), and diverse food & beverage concepts across multiple outlets and properties. Demonstrates advanced proficiency in menu engineering, specialty meal development, and high-volume production, while maintaining exceptional standards of quality, presentation, and consistency. Strong operational expertise in stock control, procurement, supplier relationship management, and end-to-end kitchen logistics, supported by hands-on experience with systems such as Oracle Hospitality Suite and Marriott Material Control System. Recognized for leading and developing multicultural culinary teams through effective recruitment, training, and performance management, fostering a culture of discipline, innovation, and excellence. Maintains strict adherence to international food safety and hygiene standards through HACCP compliance, ensuring safe and efficient kitchen environments. Combines strong culinary creativity with technical knowledge in recipe development, food science, and modern presentation techniques, delivering innovative and market-relevant dining experiences. Committed to continuous professional growth, operational excellence, and driving profitability while elevating guest satisfaction in dynamic, high-pressure hospitality environments.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work history

Cluster Executive Chef

Radisson Blu
Jeddah
2024.01 - 2026.04
  • Cluster Executive Chef | Multi-Property & Pre-Opening Specialist
  • Streamlined kitchen operations for optimal efficiency and productivity.
  • Organised special events catering; successfully executed large orders under pressure.
  • Provided culinary training for junior staff to improve their skills.
  • Responded promptly to customer inquiries or complaints, thus enhancing satisfaction level.
  • Oversaw Research and Development (R&D) for 150 new dishes and beverages since 2024.
  • Hired, managed and trained kitchen staff, maintaining competent service teams.
  • Arranged regular equipment maintenance and servicing, maintaining functional kitchen machinery.
  • Achieved targets for staff safety, kitchen sanitation and proper food handling and storage.
  • Trained and managed kitchen staff, issuing disciplinary action and conducting performance reviews.
  • Produced high volumes of fresh, quality plates, meeting peak restaurant demand.
  • Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and availability, minimising kitchen spending.
  • Planned popular promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
  • Obtained fresh ingredients from local farms, maximising kitchen sustainability.

Executive Chef

InterCity Hotel
Nizwa
2022.09 - 2024.01
  • Results-driven Executive Chef overseeing full culinary operations for a 200-room hotel, including a high-volume all-day dining restaurant (250 covers) and large-scale banquet facilities with a capacity of up to 1,000 guests. Responsible for menu development, food quality, cost control, and operational efficiency across all outlets. Proven ability to lead and develop culinary teams, deliver exceptional dining experiences, and execute large events with consistency and precision while maintaining international hygiene and HACCP standards.

Sous Chef

JW Marriott
Muscat
2021.09 - 2022.09
  • Integral member of the culinary leadership team for a luxury 300-room hotel operated by JW Marriott, featuring 5 signature outlets and 25 meeting rooms. Oversaw critical kitchen operations including commissary production, butchery, purchasing, and store management, ensuring efficient supply chain flow and consistent product quality across all outlets. Managed day-to-day operations of the all-day dining restaurant alongside the specialty outlet Butter Bun and a high-volume nightclub (250 covers), delivering high standards of food quality and service. Played a key role in executing large-scale banqueting operations serving up to 10,000 guests, supporting major events, conferences, and high-profile functions with precision and consistency.

Executive Sous Chef

Best Western Premier
Muscat
2019.05 - 2021.09
  • Supervised, trained, and developed culinary teams, maintaining discipline, productivity, and alignment with luxury hospitality standards. Controlled food cost, procurement, and inventory management, minimizing waste while maximizing operational efficiency and profitability. Ensured strict compliance with international hygiene, food safety, and HACCP standards across all kitchen sections.

Head Chef

Ibis Hotel
Muscat
2017.12 - 2019.03

Sous Chef

Qurum Resort
Muscat
2016.09 - 2017.12

Executive Sous Chef

Venus Hotel
Muscat
2014.12 - 2016.09

Senior CDP

Waves International Hotel
Muscat
2012.06 - 2014.12

DCDP Butchery Chef

City Season Hotel
Muscat
2011.04 - 2012.06

Commis I

Temple Tree Hotel
Bentota
2007.10 - 2007.12

Commis III

Rivarina Hotel
Moragalle
2005.08 - 2006.12

Education

Higher National Diploma -

Swiss Lanka Hotel School
Matara, Sri Lanka
1 2001 -

Higher National Diploma - undefined

NITA
Ahungalle, Sri Lanka
1 2002 -

Higher National Certificate -

Christchurch Boy's Collage
Baddegama, Sri Lanka
1 1999 -

Skills

  • Menu preparation
  • Special meals preparation
  • Health & safety files & HACCP records
  • Staff duty roster, recruitment, training & Developing Staff
  • Working knowledge of all required kitchen machinery
  • MS Office
  • HACCP certification
  • Recipe creation
  • High-volume production
  • Marriott Material Control System
  • Assets protection

Linkedin

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kasun-uluwita-44882015a/

Web

https://www.chefadora.com/@kasunduluwita

LANGUAGES

Sinhala - Native
Arabic - Advanced
English - Fluent
Hindi - Upper intermediate
Spanish - Intermediate
Latin - Intermediate

PERSONAL DETAILS

  • Date of Birth / Age: 12 Apr 1983
  • Nationality: Sri Lankan
  • Marital status: Married
  • Visa status: Residence
  • Gender: Male
  • Religion: Christian

DRIVING LICENSE

  • DRIVING LICENSE CATEGORY
  • Light

Timeline

Cluster Executive Chef

Radisson Blu
2024.01 - 2026.04

Executive Chef

InterCity Hotel
2022.09 - 2024.01

Sous Chef

JW Marriott
2021.09 - 2022.09

Executive Sous Chef

Best Western Premier
2019.05 - 2021.09

Head Chef

Ibis Hotel
2017.12 - 2019.03

Sous Chef

Qurum Resort
2016.09 - 2017.12

Executive Sous Chef

Venus Hotel
2014.12 - 2016.09

Senior CDP

Waves International Hotel
2012.06 - 2014.12

DCDP Butchery Chef

City Season Hotel
2011.04 - 2012.06

Commis I

Temple Tree Hotel
2007.10 - 2007.12

Commis III

Rivarina Hotel
2005.08 - 2006.12

Higher National Diploma -

Swiss Lanka Hotel School
1 2001 -

Higher National Diploma - undefined

NITA
1 2002 -

Higher National Certificate -

Christchurch Boy's Collage
1 1999 -
Kasun Uluwita