The Imperia by Dhaba, New Jersey, has announced the appointment of Chef Himanshu Joshi as Assistant Chef, further strengthening its culinary leadership team with his extensive experience across premium Indian restaurants in India and the United States.

Chef Himanshu Joshi brings a diverse and accomplished culinary background, having worked with some of the most respected names in the hospitality and fine dining industry. He is currently associated with The Leela Ambience, New Delhi, at the renowned Dilli 32 Restaurant, where he serves as Sous Chef and contributes to the restaurant’s celebrated North Indian cuisine rooted in traditional recipes and refined culinary techniques.

Earlier in his career, Chef Himanshu had the opportunity to work under internationally acclaimed Chef Manish Mehrotra at the globally renowned Indian Accent in both New York and New Delhi, serving as Chef de Partie. His experience at Indian Accent provided him with valuable exposure to progressive Indian cuisine, innovation-driven menu development, and world-class kitchen operations.

He also served as Junior Sous Chef at Riga Foods under celebrated Chef Ritu Dalmia, where he further enhanced his expertise in refined Indian and modern European culinary techniques.

His professional journey additionally includes experience with prestigious hospitality brands such as The Lalit, New Delhi (Baluchi Restaurant), India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road, Pan India Food Solutions Pvt. Ltd., and Nirula’s Hotels, strengthening his expertise across luxury dining, institutional catering, and high-volume food operations.

Chef Himanshu’s culinary excellence has been recognized at the national level. He received a Merit Certificate Award at the AAHAR Competition, Pragati Maidan (2015) and earned a Mistry Audit Certification with an impressive 99% score, reflecting his strong commitment to quality, hygiene, and operational excellence.

“My goal has always been to enhance my skills and knowledge in a strong professional environment. I seek challenging opportunities where I can contribute meaningfully to organizational success while continuously growing as a culinary professional.”

Chef Himanshu Joshi

The Imperia by Dhaba expressed confidence that Chef Himanshu Joshi’s industry experience, culinary creativity, and operational expertise will play an important role in strengthening the restaurant’s culinary offerings and elevating its authentic Indian dining experience for guests across New Jersey.