Bengaluru, June 10, 2026: Brigade Hospitality has announced the appointment of Chef Arokia Raj better known in the industry as Chef Stanley as the Business Head – Operations for The Baking Company. He will be responsible for end-to-end business operations including managing production plans, inventory and culinary innovation for The Baking Company. He brings with him nearly 3 decades of experience having worked with renowned bakery houses such as SATS Bengaluru, Dolcre, APCA Bengaluru, Vivanta by Taj and other prominent hotels.  He holds a Master of Business Administration and Diploma in Hotel Management from the Indian School of Business Management Bengaluru.

“Chef Stanley, with his vast experience and incredible track record does not bring culinary artistry alone but also sharp business acumen and leadership qualities that will help TBC reach newer heights of operational efficiency and customer delight. We see him as a perfect fit for the growth vision of TBC.”

Gurmeet Singh, AVP Brigade Hospitality

“My focus, throughout my career, has been on balancing innovation with strict operational discipline. At TBC, I will continue to deliver high quality bakery experiences for our customers. My goal will be to scale business efficiency by motivating my team members to have an unwavering commitment to global quality standards.”

Chef Arokia Raj   

The Baking Company is a flagship bakery brand of Brigade Hospitality, operating premium outlets in high end commercial and lifestyle spaces such as the World Trade Centre, Rajajinagar Bengaluru and JP Nagar Bengaluru.