Cluster Chefs Team
Guiding our kitchens with culinary expertise and consistent standards across locations.
The People Behind Food Studio
Food Studio brings together a diverse team of architects, chefs, strategists, creatives, and hospitality professionals, united by one shared passion: food. Together, they collaborate to create experiences that are thoughtful, immersive, and designed to redefine how people connect through dining.
Chief Executive OfficerNadeem Rajabdeen
Culinary Director & CEO-Big StudioJesse Aston
Head of People & CultureHashini Fernando
General Manager-FinanceSanjeeva Rodrigo
Head of OperationsNaleem Junaideen
Head of Supply ChainSahan Chanaka
Senior Manager-PR & CommunicationsKishnika Weeresinghe
Head of Brands & Growth-Big StudioRushad Cassim
Senior Sous ChefShalika Oshada
Head of Projects & MaintenanceRasika Karunarathna
Built by
Passionate People.
We are driven by collaboration, creativity and a shared passion for food, hospitality and meaningful experiences. Our team culture thrives on openness, innovation and working closely together to bring ideas to life. Every project we take on is shaped by people who genuinely care about creating thoughful and memorable dining experiences.
Teams & Departments
Behind every experience is a dedicated network of teams working with purpose. From kitchen to floor, strategy to storytelling, each department plays a vital role in bringing Food Studio to life.
Supply Chain Team
Sourcing quality ingredients and keeping our kitchens supplied, every day.
Operations Team
Keeping daily service running smoothly and making every guest feel welcome.
IT Team
Keeping our systems connected and our teams supported through reliable technology.
Gallery
Behind every experience is a dedicated network of teams working with purpose. From kitchen to floor, strategy to storytelling, each department plays a vital role in bringing Food Studio Gallery to life.
Culture & Values
Our culture isn't written on walls - it's lived every day.
We believe in creativity that pushes boundaries, teamwork that builds trust and growth that never stops. Hospitality is at the heart of everything we do - not just as a service, but as a mindset. We value:
Creativity in everything that we make
Collaboration across every role
Continuous learning and improvement
Genuine hospitality in every interaction
At Food Studio, culture is not a department. It's who we are.
