Santhosh Rai Awarded Gold for Kitchen Steward of the Year at Middle East Chef Excellence Awards 2025
Often overlooked, kitchen stewards like Santhosh are the quiet force driving smooth hospitality operations.

Santhosh, Kitchen Steward at Dusit Thani Dubai, was awarded Gold in the Kitchen Steward of the Year category at the Middle East Chef Excellence Awards 2025, hosted by Hozpitality Group on June 3rd at Address Sky View, Dubai. This well-deserved recognition celebrates Santhosh’s relentless commitment to maintaining the highest standards of hygiene, efficiency, and support in the kitchen.
Often working behind the scenes, kitchen stewards like Santhosh are the unsung heroes of hospitality. Their contributions ensure smooth daily operations, a clean and safe working environment, and essential support for the culinary team. Santhosh’s Gold win reflects not only his dedication but also the growing appreciation for those who uphold the backbone of every professional kitchen.
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