Millennium Hotel Sirih Jakarta recently onboarded Chef Andika Dede Zakaria as its new Executive Sous Chef, marking an exciting new chapter for the hotel’s culinary team. At just 34, Chef Andika brings fresh energy and a global approach to Indonesian flavours.

Chef Andika’s journey to Jakarta’s hospitality scene has been anything but conventional. Growing up in Randudongkal, a small village in Central Java, far removed from the world of fine dining, he held onto a clear dream from a young age to become a chef.

Committed to continuous learning, Chef Andika balances hands-on kitchen experience with formal education and is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in culinary arts. His personal mantra, “Better late than never. Keep learning food knowledge, keep developing skills, and always look forward”, reflects his grounded yet forward-looking mindset.

Seafood lies at the heart of Chef Andika’s culinary identity. His signature dish, Ocean-Kissed Snapper, brings together fresh local snapper, sweet fruits and crisp vegetables, finished with a distinctive house-made sauce. The dish captures his philosophy: contemporary in presentation, global in technique, yet firmly rooted in Indonesia’s rich marine produce.

Passionate about showcasing the country’s diverse and often underappreciated fish varieties, Chef Andika aims to introduce Indonesian seafood to a wider international audience by preparing it to global culinary standards. At Millennium Hotel Sirih Jakarta, guests can expect inventive fusion creations that combine premium international ingredients with vibrant local produce — dishes that celebrate tradition while embracing modern dining sensibilities.

Millennium Hotel Sirih Jakarta warmly welcomes Chef Andika Dede Zakaria and looks forward to the creativity, passion and fresh perspective he brings, as the hotel continues to strengthen its position as a destination for inspired and innovative dining.