About
My name is Manish Shrivastava
I am an accomplished Sous Chef with over six years of experience in diverse cuisines. My culinary journey began as an intern at Zoya, Fairmont Jaipur, where I mastered global and Indian cuisines and gained valuable expertise in banquet operations. I further honed my skills in Italian cuisine at Prego, Westin Hyderabad, and Indian specialties at Meenakshi Palace, Gwalior, showcasing my versatility and leadership abilities.
Currently, I lead kitchen teams at Wayan NYC and Wayan Ma•dé Out East, managing inventory and crafting exceptional Indonesian dishes with a French flair. My dedication, adaptability, and passion for culinary innovation drive me to excel in every role I undertake.

The Learning Table
The institutions and mentors that guided my journey to culinary excellence.
Harvard Online
March 2024
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Science & cooking: Haute cuisine to soft matter science (Physics).
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Harvard Food Fermentation: The science of cooking with microbes.
Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration (WGSHA), Manipal University
July 2016 – May 2019
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Bachelors In Culinary Arts
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CGPA: 8.58
ACHIEVEMENTS & AWARDS
1
Co-owner of small business in hometown : Black Drop café & Layered goodness bakery.​
2
VVIP(Ambani's wedding) service certificate from ITC Maratha.
3
Recommendation letter from Fairmont hotel. ​
4
Received an appreciation certificate from the kitchen executive of Fairmont, Jaipur.
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Led the culinary team at the Annual College Event, Beach Fest, showcasing advanced seafood handling and preparation skills.
6
Elected as a member of “YOUNG CHEFS ASSOCIATION OF INDIA.”​