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Kumar Mekala is an experienced culinary professional with a robust career spanning over two decades in the hospitality industry. Currently serving as Sites Chef Manager at Cater Plus Services NZ Ltd since August 2021, Kumar has previously held key positions including Senior Lead Chef at Ryman Healthcare from October 2016 to September 2021, and Kitchen Manager at Metlifecare from May 2008 to August 2016. Earlier roles include experience at The Devon Hotel and BAY VIEW HOTELS LIMITED, further demonstrating a solid background in culinary operations and management. Kumar Mekala holds a Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts/Chef Training from the Indian Institute of Culinary Arts, completed between 1997 and 2000.