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Some careers are measured in titles. Others are measured in impact. Sanjeev Kumar belongs firmly in the second category.
In this compelling feature, we explore the journey of a hospitality professional whose path reflects resilience, operational excellence, and a deep understanding of people. From learning the fundamentals on the ground to leading with clarity and purpose, his story is a reminder that great hospitality careers are built one decision, one guest, and one team at a time.
This is more than a profile. It is a look at what leadership really looks like behind the scenes — discipline, humility, consistency, and the ability to keep evolving.
For anyone building a career in hotels, management, or service leadership, this one hits different.
Read the full feature → Hospemag Feature on Sanjeev Kumar
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Becoming a successful chef requires far more than just knowing how to prepare recipes; it takes discipline, dedication, commitment to excellence, respect for ingredients and culinary traditions
chef Sumit
Chef Amarjeet Singh Thakur is a seasoned Indian culinary expert with over 25 years of experience, specialising in traditional tandoor, Mughlai and regional North Indian cuisine. Chef Amarjeet is currently working as Chef de Partie (CDP) – BBQ at SAFAR by Karimi in Cupertino, California, where he brings authentic Indian grilling techniques to a global audience. With multiple recognitions — including “Employee of the Year” and media highlights for his ‘down-to-earth rustic Punjabi cuisine’ — Chef Amarjeet continues to champion traditional Indian cooking methods, especially tandoor and charcoal-based BBQ.
Our vision is to position Sheraton Grand Palace Indore as Central India’s most trusted luxury destination a benchmark for service excellence, innovation, and sustainability
True culinary mastery lies not in specializing in one cuisine, but in embracing every kitchen as a place of learning—where passion, adaptability, and respect for ingredients transform food into meaningful experiences, and where leadership is measured by how deeply you inspire growth, trust, and creativity in your team. - Chef Aditya
Hospitality is fundamentally about people. Success requires passion, empathy, and adaptability.
“Humility and consistency are the unsung ingredients that make a chef last in this industry.” - Chef Shriram Rajendran
To stay in the game focus on being Simple and Realistic -Amar Nath Pandey
Celebrate every win – no matter how small. Whether it’s a team member getting a 5-star review or a successful upsell, acknowledge it publicly. This creates a positive culture of appreciation and continuous learning.
The session I’d design wouldn’t just teach recipes—it would instill values, build strong foundations, and shape future chefs who are thoughtful, skilled, and proud of their craft.
Looking at the hospitality sector, I believe two significant areas need to advance: first, a stronger industry dedication to sustainable practices that extend beyond superficial efforts and truly reduce our environmental impact. This isn't solely about attracting environmentally conscious travelers; it's about our duty to safeguard the places we operate for generations to come.
As events become more immersive and personalized, catering plays a vital role in setting the tone, telling a story, and creating lasting impressions.
We’re seeing catering evolve into a form of event design in itself, where presentation, flavor, service, and ambiance are fully integrated.
I truly enjoy mentoring the next generation of hospitality professionals. Whenever I travel to our hotels, I make it a point to engage with the on-ground teams, sharing practical insights and lessons drawn from real-world project challenges and solutions.
It’s not just about the food moreover, it’s about creating an experience that feels authentic and personal. Adventure teaches you to stay calm under pressure and take calculated risks, which helps me make better decisions at BHPL.
In essence, an ideal hospitality professional is someone who combines skill, dedication, and a genuine sense of care.
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At dhi Hospitality, we help hotels translate data into practical, forward-thinking strategies, combining analytics with real-world expertise to drive sustainable growth and stronger market positioning.
