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Conrad Indianapolis, the city’s premier luxury hotel, today announced the appointment of Kenneth Rivera as Executive Chef. An accomplished culinary leader with experience across luxury resorts and fine dining, Chef Rivera will oversee all culinary strategy and operations, helping shape the next chapter of Conrad Indianapolis as the hotel advances its property-wide transformation, including reimagined guest rooms and suites, refreshed public spaces and an elevated guest experience. In his new role, Chef Rivera will lead culinary direction across The Lounge, banquet services, in-room dining, weddings, and special events.
“This is an exciting moment for Conrad Indianapolis, and I’m honored to lead the culinary team into its next chapter,” said Chef Rivera. “My focus is on delivering exceptional, ingredient-driven dining experiences that honor the hotel’s luxury heritage while introducing thoughtful, contemporary approaches across every touchpoint of our food and beverage program.”
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With a career rooted in luxury hospitality, Chef Rivera brings more than 15 years of culinary experience to his role from some of the industry’s most respected hotels, resorts and restaurant concepts. He joins Conrad Indianapolis from Conrad Orlando, where he served as Chef de Cuisine and helped lead one of the resort’s premier high-volume dining operations. His hospitality background also includes culinary leadership roles at luxury resorts and restaurant concepts across Florida and Puerto Rico.
“We are thrilled to welcome Chef Kenneth Rivera to the Conrad Indianapolis family,” said Ryan Fitzgerald, general manager, Conrad Indianapolis. “His track record of excellence in luxury resorts and high-volume operations brings invaluable expertise to our team as we continue to refresh our spaces and elevate every touchpoint of our guest experience.”
Chef Rivera’s connection to food began early in life in his family’s restaurant, shaping a culinary philosophy centered on fresh ingredients, disciplined technique, and respect for origin. At Conrad Indianapolis, he brings that foundation to a culinary program focused on creating dining experiences that are both refined and approachable.
For more information, to make a reservation at The Lounge or to book a stay, please visit www.conradindianapolis.com. Read more about Conrad Hotels & Resorts at stories.hilton.com/conradhotels.
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