Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa have announced the Future Executive Chef Program, an innovative, first-of-its-kind initiative designed to shape the culinary leaders of tomorrow in collaboration with the National Institute of Apprentice Training Authority (NAITA). This immersive three-year program starting April 2025, offers aspiring chefs unmatched, hands-on experience across diverse kitchen stations and outlets within the resort, equipping them with the skills and confidence to excel in leadership roles within the culinary industry.
Piyush Tyagi, General Manager, Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa, stated, “We are thrilled to introduce this pioneering culinary development program. At Weligama Bay Marriott, we are committed to nurturing talent and setting new benchmarks for the hospitality industry in Sri Lanka. This initiative will not only strengthen our team but also contribute significantly to the country’s culinary landscape. Spearheaded by the resort’s culinary visionaries, Executive Sous Chef Mustaza and Chef De Cuisine Nalaka, the program will guide ten apprentice chefs through a dynamic rotation every three months, honing their expertise across various kitchens. Shane Ram, Executive Chef, Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa said, “Real culinary excellence is forged in the kitchen. Our Future Executive Chef Program is designed to provide young chefs with a dynamic, hands-on learning experience that will empower them to lead professional kitchens with confidence.”
