i. Biography
Before Rohit Ghai became Chef Patron of Kutir in London in 2018, his culinary formation was already taking shape in India, where his training gave him the foundation for a career defined by contemporary Indian cuisine. From there, the story moved to London, and with it came a string of kitchens that helped define his voice and build his reputation among diners who responded quickly to his precision, composure, and sense of modernity. Benares, Trishna, Gymkhana, Jamavar, Kutir, and Vatavaran together trace a career that feels less like a simple résumé than a widening circle of influence, each stop adding another layer to the story.
Coming Up
In the early part of his career, Rohit Ghai worked as chef at Gymkhana until 2016, a period that helped sharpen the style he would carry forward. Since 2016, he has been chef of Jamavar, while also serving as chef of Kutir. The progression is unmistakable: a cook moving through some of London’s best-known Indian kitchens, gathering pace and confidence while remaining anchored in the flavours and techniques that first shaped him.
Where They Are Now
The restaurant is part of his current work in London, folded into the arc that began with training in India and passed through some of the city’s most recognisable Indian dining rooms. There is a sense of movement in his path, but also continuity: a career built on refinement, on memory, and on a steady commitment to contemporary Indian cuisine. Ghai has also said, “I’ve also created special tasting menus inspired by my travels throughout India.”
Signature
Rohit’s signature dishes include Yatra, Tarkari, kid goat shami kebabs with chur chur parathas, scallops bhel, and lobster nerulli. The list reads like a portrait of his cooking: layered, expressive, and attentive to both texture and contrast, with each dish offering its own rhythm and point of view.
Honors
Rohit Ghai has received Michelin Guide, Michelin star (2016). Rohit’s honors include Michelin star. It is a fitting recognition for a chef whose career has been shaped by discipline, travel, and the ability to translate a deeply rooted training into something vivid and contemporary for London diners.
Profile updated July 2026
FAQ
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What is Rohit Ghai's current role?
As of 2026, Rohit Ghai is Chef Patron.
Where did Rohit Ghai work before?
Rohit Ghai's earlier career included Gymkhana.
What recognition has Rohit Ghai received?
Michelin star (2016).
