Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai Announces Noel Mendes as Director of Food & Beverage

Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai, the city’s premier luxury destination, is delighted to announce the appointment of Noel Mendes as Director of Food & Beverage. With over a decade of experience in the luxury hospitality industry, Noel brings deep expertise, creative vision, and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences to his new role.

Having been an integral part of the hotel’s Food & Beverage team for the past two years as Food and Beverage Manager, Noel now steps into the role of Director of Food & Beverage, bringing with him extensive knowledge of luxury dining. His leadership has been instrumental in shaping the hotel’s signature culinary experiences at the reimagined AER, the award-winning rooftop bar, and the all-day dining restaurant Opus. In his new role, he will continue to curate innovative menus at these iconic restaurants, elevate service standards, and enhance the hotel’s reputation as a must-visit gastronomic destination.

“Noel’s leadership has been instrumental in shaping our signature dining experiences. We are confident that under his guidance, our Food & Beverage offerings will continue to reach new heights,” said Nitesh Gandhi, General Manager, Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai.

With a strong vision and a steadfast commitment to excellence, Noel continues to elevate the F&B landscape at Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai.

Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai Appoints Mayurdeepsinh Rathod as Director of Revenue

Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai proudly announces the appointment of Mayurdeepsinh Rathod as Director of Revenue. Bringing over a decade of expertise in revenue management, strategic pricing, and market analysis, Mayurdeepsinh will play a key role in optimizing revenue strategies and reinforcing the hotel’s leadership in Mumbai’s luxury hospitality landscape.

In his new role, Mayurdeepsinh will oversee revenue optimization, pricing strategies, market analysis, and distribution channels, ensuring that Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai remains at the forefront of the industry. His approach integrates data-driven insights, collaboration across departments, and cutting-edge technology to enhance guest experiences while driving profitability.

With an impressive portfolio spanning India’s most esteemed hospitality brands—including The Leela Palaces, Resorts and Hotels, The Lalit Mumbai & The Lalit Golf & Spa Resort, IHCL Gujarat Cluster, The Oberoi, Radisson Blu Hotel, Aamby Valley City, and Hotel Sahara Star—Mayurdeepsinh brings a wealth of knowledge in forecasting, strategic revenue planning, and optimizing financial performance.

Nitesh Gandhi, General Manager, Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai, shared his enthusiasm for the appointment:
"We are delighted to welcome Mayurdeepsinh to the Four Seasons Mumbai team. His extensive expertise in revenue management will be instrumental in strengthening our market position and elevating our business strategy."

With his proven track record and forward-thinking approach, Mayurdeepsinh is set to bring fresh perspectives to Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai, ensuring continued excellence in both service and financial performance.

Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai welcomes Aaruni Dwivedi as Hotel Manager

Aaruni has led operations at top-rated Four Seasons Hotels across APAC, EMEA, and Americas over his 17-year hospitality career

Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai has appointed Aaruni Dwivedi as the new Hotel Manager. In his capacity as Hotel Manager, he will oversee the operations of the hotel, reinforcing the hotel’s commitment to delivering the highest standards of luxury and service.

A seasoned leader in operations, Aaruni has worked at top-rated Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts across the APAC, EMEA, and Americas regions over his 17-year career in hospitality. His extensive background in operations management, process optimisation, and guest experience enhancements will be instrumental in elevating the guest experiences at Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai.

Before joining the Mumbai team, Aaruni was the Director of Rooms at Four Seasons Resort Langkawi, leading seven departments and boosting guest recognition scores and processes. His global leadership experience spans Four Seasons properties in the Seychelles and Maldives, with expertise in pre-opening and luxury hotel operations.

His appointment at the Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai marks his return to the city where he began his career. He had held various positions in the front office during its pre-opening phase. His rich expertise, coupled with a commitment to operational excellence and guest-focused leadership, promises an exciting new chapter for the hotel.

“I am delighted to return to Mumbai and be part of the iconic Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai. This city holds a special place in my heart, and I look forward to working with the talented team here to ensure operational excellence across rooms and F&B divisions and further elevate the guest experience and personalised service that Four Seasons is renowned for,” said Aaruni Dwivedi, Hotel Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai.

Noel Mendes was appointed as F&B Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai

His varied experience makes him the ideal leader for this key role where his responsibilities include managing a host of outlets at the hotel

A seasoned hospitality professional with over a decade of experience in food & beverage in the hospitality, Noel Mendes joins Four Seasons Mumbai as the Food & Beverage Manager, heading the F&B operations of the property. His varied experience makes him the ideal leader for this key role where his responsibilities include managing a host of outlets, including San: Qi and the soon-to-be relaunched AER.

A native of Mumbai, Noel started his career with Grand Hyatt Mumbai, before moving to Renaissance Mumbai and St. Regis Mumbai, where he was also given the title of Subject Matter Expert for the company at a national level. Apart from this, he also has had a stint with Massive Restaurants, adding perspective to his well-rounded approach to the world of dining.

He considers his creativity in problem-solving, teamwork, and strategic planning to be his key strengths which support him in assuming a role as important as this. A social media enthusiast, he enjoys exploring the newest trends in digital marketing and optimizing those for operational requirements. His roots in bartending and mixology are well reflected in his collection of certificates in courses in the beverage world.