STOCK Residences names Indrajit Suryawanshi executive chef for Ritz-Carlton Residences, Naples

STOCK Residences has appointed Indrajit “Chef Inder” Suryawanshi as executive chef for The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Naples, ahead of the community’s fall completion. He will lead a resident-focused culinary program built around seasonal ingredients, local sourcing and personalized dining across the property’s amenities.

Why it matters: - The new chef will shape one of the core lifestyle offerings at The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Naples as the project nears completion this fall. - The culinary program is designed to be part of the home experience, not just a standard amenity. - The role supports the community’s positioning as a luxury residential destination with personalized service, private dining and waterfront-oriented experiences.

What happened: - STOCK Residences named Indrajit “Chef Inder” Suryawanshi executive chef of The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Naples. - Suryawanshi will lead the property’s culinary program and oversee all culinary operations. - The appointment comes as the Naples project remains on track for completion this fall. - The Residences are the first and only Ritz-Carlton Residences in Naples.

The details: - The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Naples includes 128 estate-like residences across five boutique-scale buildings, including Tower, Bay and Park Residences. - The community sits on six acres between the Gulf of Mexico and Vanderbilt Lagoon. - Sales have been strong since launch, including a complete sell-out of the 11th-floor penthouse collection. - Residents will have access to more than 50,000 square feet of private amenities. - Dining venues led by Chef Inder will be part of those amenities, along with a full-service marina, spa and the Vanderbilt Club. - Suryawanshi’s responsibilities will include the residents-only restaurant, rooftop lounges, poolside dining venues and bespoke culinary experiences. - The experiences are expected to extend beyond the table, including beachside picnics and catered days on the water. - Suryawanshi brings nearly 20 years of experience across Marriott International’s luxury portfolio. - His most recent role was executive chef at JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa. - Earlier leadership roles included JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort, Marriott Grand St. Louis, MGM National Harbor, Marriott Marquis Washington, D.C., Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center and JW Marriott Dubai. - Suryawanshi began his career in pastry and has earned numerous culinary accolades. - His current program at The Residences draws on Gulf Coast agricultural and seafood traditions. - Menus will change seasonally and reflect collaborations with local farmers, fishermen and specialty producers throughout Southwest Florida. - Planned concepts include farm-to-table and boat-to-table dining experiences. - The program will also be built around resident preferences, dietary needs and favorite dishes. - The sales gallery is at 2355 Vanderbilt Beach Rd., Suite 106. - More information is available by phone at 239.249.6260 or through the project website.

Between the lines: - STOCK Residences is using food and beverage as a differentiator in a crowded luxury residential market. - The hiring of a chef with a long luxury-hospitality background signals an emphasis on service consistency and personalized execution. - The seasonal, local sourcing strategy fits the waterfront setting and the brand’s upscale lifestyle pitch. - Suryawanshi’s pastry background and “Cook like Grandma, plate like an artist” philosophy suggest a program aimed at being both polished and personal. - The Ritz-Carlton brand association is central to the sales story, even though the project includes a standard non-affiliation disclaimer with Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company.

What’s next: - Suryawanshi will develop and roll out the culinary program as residents prepare to move in this fall. - The dining concepts are expected to evolve with seasonal ingredients and resident feedback. - STOCK Residences will continue sales and resident outreach from the Naples gallery as completion approaches.

The bottom line: - STOCK Residences is betting that a highly customized food program, led by an experienced luxury chef, will help define the resident experience at The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Naples.