Appointment | Accor names Stephen Alden as CEO of Raffles and Orient Express

Stephen Alden will report directly to Sébastien Bazin, Chairman and CEO, and will become a member of the Group Executive Committee

Accor announces the appointment of Stephen Alden to the role of Chief Executive Officer Raffles & Orient Express, effective May 3rd. Stephen Alden will report directly to Sébastien Bazin, Chairman and CEO, and will become a member of the Group Executive Committee.

Alden, who most recently created and launched the Dedica Anthology brand in 2017, encompassing a portfolio of nine distinctive properties across Europe, will now be heading Raffles & Orient Express brands. He will further build both brands through exceptional programming, dedicated team cultures, and accelerated growth.

Stephen trained in Switzerland and moved into the luxury hotel business, where he has focused his career ever since. With Starwood, he opened St Regis in New York and led St Regis and Luxury Collection brands globally.

He was CEO for nine years of Maybourne Hotel Group, whose flagship properties include Claridge's, The Connaught, and The Berkeley. In 2016 he was appointed CEO of The SET, owner and operator of London's Hotel Cafe Royal, The Conservatorium in Amsterdam and the Lutetia in Paris.

Stephen has served on the boards of Walpole British Luxury (London) and London First as well as Ferragamo's Lungarno Collection (Florence). He was awarded an honorary title in 2002 as "Console di Roma" for the renovation of the César Ritz Grand hotel, completed in time for the Giubileo 2000 celebrations.

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Appointment | Pankaj Thapliyal appointed Director Operations Jammu and Kashmir at One Earth Hotels

Alumni of IHM Lucknow, certified in Operations Management from IIM Bangalore & Sustainable Tourism from Wageningen University,

In the Netherlands, He has contributed to well-known hotel brands such as Carlson, Royal Orchid. Club Mahindra, UPHL, his last assignment was with Dhens Boutique Bhutan.

Pankaj Thapliyal said It's a huge opportunity as the past six months have seen big business in the hospitality sector in this region. This market has been dormant for more than two decades and has a world of growth potential for the group and the industry. I am hopeful that we will be able to tide over this difficult pandemic period and improve our footprints further in the valley and the Ladakh region soon"

Pankaj Thapliyal's core competence lies in managing hotel operations and revenue management. He has had extensive experience in handling MICE-driven hotel operations, driving sales & revenue keeping guest satisfaction as the main goal.

Appointment | Accor appoints Brune Poirson as Chief Sustainability Officer

Accor has announced the appointment of Brune Poirson to the role of Chief Sustainability Officer. Brune Poirson will report directly to Sébastien Bazin, Chairman and CEO, and will become a member of the Executive Committee.

Her role will be to define, drive and monitor the commitments, the strategy and the roll-out of the Group’s action plans in terms of sustainable development. She will also be responsible for the Accor Solidarity Foundation and the ALL Heartists Fund. This appointment will become effective on May 5th, 2021.

Sébastien Bazin, Accor Chairman and CEO declared: “For more than 25 years, Accor has been at the forefront of efforts to address the environmental and human challenges related to the development of travel and tourism. With Brune Poirson’s appointment, I want us to scale up our commitments in terms of environmental protection, give fresh impetus to our efforts to support our local communities and uphold, wherever we operate, our strong beliefs and our actions. Taking positive action to support the environment and the men and women who drive our industry on a daily basis is a must. In this area too, I want us to set an example by being both daring and trailblazing.”

Brune Poirson, Accor Chief Sustainability Officer said: “I am delighted to be joining a global leader in hospitality and to be able to contribute my experience and beliefs, and to take action. Through more than 5,100 hotels worldwide, hundreds of owners and partners, several hundred million guests and the experienced teams in the field, we have a wonderful opportunity to take practical and decisive action on a daily basis. In this new role, I want to help to further the vision that Accor has had since its creation – bringing to life positive, contemporary and responsible hospitality.”

Having always been committed to sustainable development, Brune Poirson has dual experience working in the private and public sector. Within the French government, she championed the anti-waste law, which among other things addressed plastic pollution, and has been a member of major organizations both in France and internationally. Until recently, Brune was a member of the French Parliament, and for three years was Secretary of State for the Environmental Transition. She was the first French person to be elected Vice President of the United Nations Environment Assembly.

Brune Poirson began her career in London, within NESTA, the UK-based Innovation Foundation, subsequently moving to the French Development Agency, and the Veolia group in India, before working in a green start-up incubator in Boston. Brune Poirson, who is 38, is a graduate of the London School of Economics, Sciences Po Aix and Harvard Kennedy School of Government.

Appointment | Le Méridien Hyderabad has announced the appointment of Chef Rahul Dutta as Executive Sous Chef.

Le Méridien Hyderabad has announced the appointment of  Chef Rahul Dutta as Executive Sous Chef. Dutta brings with him 14 years of culinary experience.

He has amassed diverse experience in the world of culinary arts and hospitality, having worked with leading hospitality companies in India, UAE and Nepal.

As an Executive Sous Chef at Le Méridien Hyderabad, Chef Dutta is responsible for the overall culinary operation of the hotel. 

His professional career began after he obtained a degree in Hotel Management & Catering Technology from I.H.M Bhubaneswar and joined The Oberoi Grand Kolkata.

Over his career span, he has worked with Taj Rambagh Palace, Lalit Jaipur, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, DoubleTree by Hilton Goa. Prior to joining Le Méridien Hyderabad as Executive Sous Chef, his last assignment was with Marriott Kathmandu.

What distinguishes him from others is his ability to play with every aspect of taste and texture. He strongly believes that food is an emotion and that every dining experience is a memory for the guest.

Chef Dutta is passionate towards elevating the guest culinary experience in the hotel by creating menus which are inspired by traditional recipes with a pinch of modern innovation, focusing on locally sourced ingredients and exploring innovative ways of amalgamating traditional with modern culinary concepts. Food evolves with time and he always tries to reinvent or add a new aspect to a dish, whichever cuisine it may be.

He unwinds by spending time with his family and also loves travelling, observing different cultures and eating local food.

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Appointment | Shiv Bose appointed as General Manager of DoubleTree by Hilton Goa - Panaji

Shiv Bose appointed as General Manager of DoubleTree by Hilton Goa - Panaji

In his new leadership position, he will be responsible for spearheading operations at the hotel and leading the team to newer heights of success

DoubleTree by Hilton Goa - Panaji has announced the appointment of Shiv Bose as the new General Manager.

In his new leadership position, he will be responsible for spearheading operations at the hotel and leading the team to newer heights of success. He brings rich experience from his previously served designations and strongly believes in taking calculated risks for enhanced financial outcomes.

Being a proficient hospitality professional and having honed his skills over time, he has a penchant for perfection and an astute mindset to raise the bar in every aspect of the hospitality business.

In the past he has been associated with leading hospitality companies like Marriott Hotels and Resorts, Starwood Hotels and Resorts and Oberoi Hotels.

Bose enjoys a good read during his spare time and calls himself a curious traveller.

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Appointment | Rajiv Mehra to helm FAITH as Secretary

Subhash Goyal recently resigned as the FAITH secretary, following which the IATO EC nominated Rajiv Mehra for the position.

The Executive Council of Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) has nominated Rajiv Mehra as its representative in Federation of Association of Indian Tourism and Hospitality (FAITH) Board.

This is for the role of Secretary, which became vacant after Subhash Goyal resigned from the position last week.

While submitting a ‘Thank you’ note to FAITH board members, Goyal had written, “I have been helplessly watching the bleeding of my fellow tour operators, tourist guides, tourist bus drivers, street vendors, hotels and restaurants who are depending on international Inbound Tourism. Although we as FAITH have been able to build some public opinion; yet we had a very indifferent and passive response to our plight and suffering from our government. Nevertheless, I feel we must keep revi

ewing our strategy and pushing forward for greater collaboration and support from policy makers and within our industry as well.”

An industry veteran, Mehra is taking over this position at a time when the country’s tourism and hospitality industry is going through its toughest times. He has been associated with IATO for over 25 years and has been a member of the EC for over a decade. He was elected as President of the Association this year. He was also VP of the trade body in the past and has successfully conducted many IATO conventions as Chairman.

With Mehra's nomination, the IATO EC has done away with the practice of sending a non-elected member to the FAITH Board. It had also nominated its Senior VP, EM Najeeb, as the Alternate Board Me.

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Appointment | Priyanka Sen joins Holiday Inn Resort Goa as Revenue Manager

With almost a decade of experience, she will be the custodian of overall revenue management for Holiday Inn Resort Goa.

Holiday Inn Resort Goa has appointed Priyanka Sen as Revenue Manager. With almost a decade of experience, she will be the custodian of overall revenue management for Holiday Inn Resort Goa.

In her new role, Sen will be responsible for developing pricing strategies, including devising rates for rooms and packages as well as determining discounts and special rates.

She will also manage budgeting and forecasting of prices and revenue based on demand and market trends, inventory management, in addition to creating promotional plans to increase revenue, generate revenue reports for the property.

Sen began her career with IHHR Hospitality Hyderabad and refined her skills further in hospitality and revenue management. Her last stint was with Accor Hotels as Cluster Assistant Revenue Manager.

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Appointment | Chef Anil Kumar joins Ramada By Wyndham Darjeeling as Executive Chef

With 17 years of rich experience in the field of food and beverage, Chef Kumar has been perfecting and excelling in the culinary field since 2004

Chef Anil Kumar has joined Ramada by Wyndham Darjeeling as Executive Chef. He will be primarily responsible for looking after and leading kitchen operations while also mentoring a comprehensive team and managing all the food and beverage outlets on the property.

Over the years, Chef Kumar has developed his own standard of cuisine with a deep commitment to hospitality.

From acquiring a deep understanding of traditional and modern aspects of the F&B industry to experimenting with flavors, he has become a coveted name in the hospitality world.

Chef Anil Kumar brings his extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in international as well as Indian cuisine, as he gets appointed as the Executive Chef of the Ramada by Wyndham Darjeeling.

With 17 years of rich experience in the field of food and beverage, Chef Kumar has been perfecting and excelling in the culinary field since 2004. He completed his Food Production diploma from NAHM.

In his previous roles, he was associated with Taj group, Royal orchid group, The Ambassador group, Fortis hospitality, Ramee group Dubai, Fortune group Dubai worked with different nationalities.

Chef Kumar is an ISO Certified trainer. He has successfully completed course and evaluation of ISO 22000:2005 Food Safety Management Systems Internal Auditors Training. ISO 9001: 2015 Quality Management Systems Internal Auditors Training.

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Appointment | Narender Singh joins Ramada by Wyndham Darjeeling as Front Office Manager

Singh is a dynamic and result-driven professional with over 11 years of experience in hospitality.

Ramada by Wyndham Darjeeling has appointed Narender Singh as Front Office Manager. In his new role, Singh will be responsible for overseeing the front office operations, quality services in guest satisfaction while ensuring service standards for business excellence.

Singh is a dynamic and results-driven professional with over 11 years of experience in hospitality. Having previously worked across a range of prominent hospitality brands, such as The Westin Gurgaon, Ramada by Wyndham Gurgaon Central, Hyatt Regency Gurgaon, and Best Western Plus Nairobi Kenya.

Singh is self-motivated, pro-active, and skilled at multitasking in a fast-paced environment. Singh’s efficient work ethic and ability to multi-task are his key strengths. His potential to remain calm under stressful situations truly sets him apart. In his leisure time, he likes listening to music.

He can draw his imaginations into an art piece and make the best out of it.

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NEWS | Hilton Mumbai International Airport appoints Manoj Chaudhary as Human Resources Manager

Hilton Mumbai International Airport appoints Manoj Chaudhary as Human Resources Manager.

Chaudhary will be responsible to drive Strategic HR and foster a Hilton culture within team members.

Hilton Mumbai International Airport has announced the appointment of Manoj Chaudhary as Human Resources with effect from April 05, 2021.

Chaudhary will be responsible to drive Strategic HR and foster Hilton culture within team members. He brings with him close to a decade of experience working at different roles with Marriott International.

He started his career as a Guest Service Associate – F&B Service with JW Marriott Juhu, Mumbai in 2011. Later, his interest in Human Resources led him to pursue post-graduation in Business Administration and moved to HR domain in January 2016 with JW Marriott Juhu as HR Executive and grew up the ladder.

Most recently he was associated with Courtyard Marriott, Nashik Pre-Opening team as Human Resources Manager playing a key role in successful opening of the hotel.  He has completed his Master’s in Human Resource Management from Somaiya College, Vidyavihar.

Retention, progress and the right attitude of employees in the hospitality domain is imperative in these trying times.

Chaudhary aims at making an effective change in the operational functions of the Human Resources department at Hilton Mumbai International Airport, through process-oriented and driven strategies to be put in place.

“I am honored to be a part of such an innovative and dedicated team. The atmosphere is very stimulating and exciting, and I cannot wait to do great things with my team members. Hilton Mumbai International Airport has an infectious energy that I am thrilled to be a part of.  I look forward to make my journey with Hilton, one of growth and new learnings.” said Manoj Chaudhary, Human Resources Manager, Hilton Mumbai International Airport

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New Appointments | JP Menon joins Courtyard by Marriott, Madurai as General Manager

In his new role, JP will be leading the operations and guest experience to maintain, and elevate, Courtyard's top spot as Madurai's favorite hotel.

Courtyard by Marriott, Madurai has announced the appointment of JP Menon as their General Manager. JP has over three decades' worth of rich experience, leading hotels in Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Coimbatore. Prior to this appointment, JP was the Hotel Manager at Fairfield by Marriott, Coimbatore.

In his new role as GM of Courtyard, JP will be leading the operations and guest experience to maintain, and elevate, Courtyard's top spot as Madurai's favorite hotel.

A highly passionate people's person, JP has been recognized for his ability to build and sustain reputed clientele. His creativity, zeal, and dynamism spanning domains like operations, HR, and strategic management has enabled him to continually meet and exceed targets. A great leader, he has mentored and developed several personnel in the travel and tourism industries.

JP graduated from the Institute of Hotel Management, Ahmedabad. He was also the erstwhile President of SKAL International, Bengaluru.

JP is also a fitness enthusiast, having run several marathons across the country. He starts most mornings either with yoga, a run, or a game of badminton. JP has an adorable family in wife Suma and daughter Namrata.

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Appointment | Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group appoints Joanna Flint as CCO

This newly created role will oversee the development and execution of the group’s commercial strategy while also taking executive responsibility for all aspects of Mandarin Oriental’s customer experience.

Joanna Flint has been appointed the Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group. She will take over the responsibilities of chief marketing officer, Jill Kluge, who retires from Mandarin Oriental in September 2021.

This newly created role will oversee the development and execution of the group’s commercial strategy while also taking executive responsibility for all aspects of Mandarin Oriental’s customer experience.

Prior to joining Mandarin Oriental, Flint spent 12 years at Google in general management and sales leadership roles, most recently as MD – Global Partner Business, with responsibility for industry go-to-market and commercialisation for Google’s media and technology partners in Asia Pacific.

Prior to Google, she was principal consultant at Ogilvy Asia Pacific. This followed a decade in the travel industry leading global eCommerce, CRM and customer service transformation programmes for Singapore Airlines and British Airways. 

Commenting on the appointment, James Riley, Group CEO said, “Flint’s global leadership skills, digital expertise and understanding of customer behaviour will strengthen our ability to innovate and enhance our position as a leader in the luxury market. I would also like to thank Jill for an incredible 30 years of service. She has been instrumental in the growth and global awareness of our brand, particularly in devising our ‘Fan’ campaigns. I am delighted that she will continue with the group as Brand Advisor.”

Commenting on her new role, Flint stated, “It is a privilege to join Mandarin Oriental at such an important time; a brand I’ve always admired for service excellence and luxury. This opportunity is boundless, and I’m excited to return to the travel industry to work with our colleagues and partners around the world to shape the group’s future for our customers.”

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Appointment | Samit Kazi is the new General Manager of Novotel Kochi Infopark

Kazi comes with almost 18 years of industry experience in operations & sales

Novotel Kochi Infopark announces the appointment of Samit Kazi as their new General Manager.  A seasoned hospitality professional, Kazi comes with almost 18 years of industry experience in operations & sales while being based in various cities like Hyderabad, Mumbai, Bangalore, Pune & NCR.

In his new role, Kazi will be focusing on spearheading key operations for Novotel Kochi Infopark and will supervise the hotel’s growth and expansion. Novotel Kochi Infopark is a 128 room’s hotel located in the Kochi IT HUB within 30 min drive from Kochi Domestic and International airport.

He has had the opportunity to hold various sales and operational positions at several Accor hotels and at Accor India corporate office.

Kazi began his journey with the Accor Group as the Associate Director of Regional Sales for Andhra Pradesh hotels in the year 2011. Further to this, he moved to Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre as the Director of Sales. A year later, he was appointed as the Director of Sales – India for Accor Group.

In the year 2019, he was appointed as Resident Manager for Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre and Hyderabad International Convention Centre. He later went to Novotel Imagicaa Khopoli (Mumbai) on a mission as General Manager to manage the re-opening of the resort property.

Having spent a substantial time in Accor Group, Kazi has previously worked with some esteemed hospitality brands such as Taj, Marriott, Leela and Starwood.

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Appointment | Radisson Blu Resort Dharamshala appoints Vikas Sharma as General Manager

With a career spanning over three decades in hospitality, Sharma has contributed to well-known hotel brands.

Vikas Sharma is appointed General Manager at the upcoming Radisson Blu Resort Dharamshala. With a career spanning over three decades in hospitality, Sharma has contributed to well-known hotel brands such as Taj Hotels and Resorts, IHG, Starwood, Hilton, and Hard Rock Hotels.

Sharma's core competence lies in successfully launching new properties and managing hotel operations. He has had extensive experience in Food and Beverage, Sales, and Revenue Management.

In his last assignment with Hard Rock Hotels, as General Manager, Sharma successfully launched the first Hard Rock Hotel in India, in Goa, and was involved in the pre-opening planning for the second Hard Rock Hotel in Bengaluru.

He has been accredited in various Hotel conference panel discussions and has also won several awards and accolades from the Travel Trade and Hospitality fraternity through his illustrious career.

Sharma is a Hotel Management graduate from the Institute of Hotel Management Catering Technology and Applied Nutrition, Bangalore and also holds a Certificate in General Management from IIM Bangalore.

Appointment | Bacardi India appoints Zeenah Vilcassim as Marketing Director

Zeenah Vilcassim joined Bacardi India’s leadership team and will head the consumer and customer marketing across its entire portfolio of brands.

Bringing over a decade of leadership experience in strategy and consulting to her role, Vilcassim will be key in driving synergies across marketing, commercial and finance teams to ensure campaigns are effective, impactful and deliver on business goals.

She will be based out of the company’s Gurugram head office and report to Sanjit Randhawa, managing director, Bacardi India.

Vilcassim began her career four years ago as global brand director for Dewar’s Scotch whisky. During this time, she focused on growing the brand’s footprint in emerging markets and oversaw the marketing of three award winning innovations, achieving record sell out volumes of each. Over the last year, the company saw the highest growth for the brand in over a decade.

Vilcassim said, “During my time as global director for Dewar’s Scotch whisky, India was - and still is - one of our most exciting markets. It is incredibly diverse, dynamic and constantly evolving. Each one of our iconic brands has an opportunity to play an authentic role in the hearts and minds of the Indian consumer. I can’t wait to get started and bring a little bit of creative rebellion into all that we do.”

She began her career as an economist and moved to a management consultant role in global banking at Ernst and Young. Her pivot into marketing was driven by an interest in combining data, analytics and creativity to accelerate business growth. She has held previous positions within digital analytics and content and also led the entire UK operations as managing director at Protein before joining the team at the company.

Randhawa said, “As we continue to build and grow our portfolio in the country, we are thrilled to have Zeenah as part of the India leadership team. She has played an integral role in the Dewar’s global journey and will now be instrumental in driving the strategic direction and growth for the entire brand portfolio of Bacardi in India. With consumer at the heart of all our efforts, we’ll work closely to deliver on moments that matter and create solutions as well as campaigns that resonate with our audiences.”

Vilcassim is a passionate marketer and in 2019 was recognised as one of The Drum’s Future 50 marketing leaders of tomorrow. She is also a guest speaker at the London School of Economics, where she shares her insights into data-based marketing and consumer-centric campaigns.

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Appointment | Le Méridien Mahabaleshwar Resort and Spa appoints Soumitra Lodh as Director of Food and Beverage

His most recent role with JW Marriott Jaipur Resort & Spa helped the hotel to earn huge profitability and the specialty restaurant was listed in ‘top 52 restaurants of Marriott in Asia Pacific.’

Le Méridien Mahabaleshwar Resort and Spa recently appointed  Soumitra Lodh as their Director of Food and Beverage.

A veteran hotelier, driven by passion and creativity, Lodh is a multi-cultural hospitality icon with over 20 years of experience in the industry. Having commenced his career with Taj Group (2000) and moving on to Renaissance Mumbai Convention Centre Hotel (2002) as part of the Food & Beverage team; he has swiftly moved up the rank of Banquet Manager.

During his operational tenure, he has played a critical role in building F&B reputation and has a proven record of implementing strategic initiatives delivering financial success and guest satisfaction.

His most recent role with JW Marriott Jaipur Resort & Spa helped the hotel to earn huge profits and the specialty restaurant was listed in ‘top 52 restaurants of Marriott in the Asia Pacific.’

Lodh uses his innovative flair to increase employee engagement, implement standards, drive guest voice scores, build relationships with key stakeholders and grow the hotel’s F&B share at exemplary levels.

He also has stints of working with other renowned brands like Hilton and Radisson where he spearheaded pre-opening initiatives and tasks for the Food & Beverage of the hotel. He is a recipient of several notable recognitions in his career and has consistently exhibited excellent leadership skills.

With a diploma in Hotel & Restaurant Management from the International Institute of Advanced Studies, Siliguri, West Bengal, Lodh has a flair in photography and loves to spend time with family during his spare time, while he also explores creative F&B concepts.

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Appointment | Mr. Prateek Dharkar elevated as Director Of Operations, Absolute Hotel Services, South Asia & Middle East

Mumbai, India (April 2021 ) – Absolute Hotel Services is delighted to announce the elevation of Mr. Prateek Dharkar as Director Of Operations, South Asia & Middle East.

Prateek will be responsible for the support and oversight of operations, along with the pre-opening transition of new properties under the management which includes U Hotels & Resorts, Eastin Hotels, Resorts & Residences, and Eastin Easy as well as White Label properties.

He has completed his Masters in International Management from the University of Exeter and holds a commerce graduation degree with a specialization in Banking and comes with a strengthened and intense Operations base that he has gained over the 8 years with Absolute Hotel Services, especially his recent spell at the Corporate Level, his role as Quality Assurance Specialist in Bangkok, Thailand. This stint, has extrapolated his grasp on Processes, Quality and Brand Standards which are crucial implants for an International Operation. With his perpetual passion, advanced attitude, and his ultimate purpose of ensuring a holistic approach, he is being transferred and will now support South Asia & Middle East region in his new role as Director of Operations and will also support the Revenue and Sales vertical.

An avid technology buff who is extremely keen on keeping up with the trends and gaining new learnings each day, his key strengths are being quality conscious, process-driven. It is all about relevance, and this trait will keep bringing Operations to speed with the latest developments and its impact while put to use.  

“We are happy to welcome an effervescent and cheerful Prateek back to our team. With his persona and renewed insights, he is will add further sharpness and exuberance to Operations. Brand Audits and quest for Guest Delight remain main stay in his skill set, which will keep Operations fresh and on its toes, perpetually. ” said Mr. Shalil Suvarna, Vice President Operations & Pre-Opening South Asia & Middle East.

About Absolute Hotel Services (AHS)

www.absolutehotelservices.com

AHS is the fastest growing hospitality management/branding company in Asia and Europe with an ever-expanding geographic portfolio of hotels, resorts, and serviced residences.

Headquartered in Bangkok, Thailand with regional offices in Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Hong Kong, India, and Europe with more expansions planned, AHS and its brands have resonated with investors and consumers contributing value to all stakeholders.

Covering the luxury to economy segments through its brands U Hotels & Resorts, Eastin Grand Hotels & Resorts, Eastin Hotels, Resorts & Residences and Eastin Easy.  AHS also has the right to manage hotels under the Travelodge brand under Travelodge Thailand and the Vienna House brand under Vienna House Asia.

AHS is an affiliate company of U City Public Company which is a Thailand public listed global capital allocator.

Appointment | Signum Hotels appoints Inder Dev as Director of F&B

Signum Hotels appoints Inder Dev as Director of F&B

Chef Inder Dev is well known for his novel food creations and for building unique menu concepts. He is extremely well travelled and has been the mastermind behind many popular restaurant concepts. Through his expansive culinary career, he has served his exotic culinary creations, including healthy menus, at Miss India Pageant, high profile Bollywood functions, India’s top business houses, multinational IPL cricketers and at many such prestigious events.

Dev specialises in Indian cuisine and also holds expertise in Japanese, Italian and French cuisines. His association with restaurants, culinary research & writing cook books and destination catering for premium clients, has earned him global recognition. His cookery show, with some of the finest traditional and heritage food, reflects his efforts in revisiting the royal cuisines of India. He has been awarded multiple recognitions like Master of Matching & Mixing, Kitchen King, The Most Creative Hospitality Professional in the country and much more. Chef Inder is also a jury member at many prestigious competitions and institutions, and also a lifetime member with Indian Culinary Forum.

At Signum Hotels, Chef Inder Dev will contribute his vast culinary mastery to lead the food and beverage initiatives across Signum’s growing portfolio of domestic as well as International hotels.
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Appointmnets | Fern Hotels announces new appointments

The hospitality chain appoints new general managers and operation managers across properties.

Amit Mishra joins as the general manager at The Fern Denzong Hotel & Spa, Gangtok. Mishra brings over 15 years of hotel experience as a general manager to a 70 room relaunched hotel, The Fern Denzong Hotel & Spa, Gangtok. He has previously worked with The Orchid Hotel-Pune, Sterling Resorts Valley View-Kodaikanal, etc. His last employment was with Mahindra Holidays &Resorts India Ltd at Baiguney (Sikkim).

Saurabh Choksi joins as General Manager at The Fern Leo Resort & Club, Junagadh. He has over 25 years in the hospitality industry and has worked with brands like Regent Seven Seas, Silversea Cruises, and DoubleTree by Hilton, Radisson Blue, and many more.

He last worked as Operations Head for Food & Beverages in Aamby Valley City.

Ajay Singh has joined as the Operations Manager in The Fern Kesarval Hotel and Spa, Verna Plateau- Goa. He is an alumnus of ‘IHM Mumbai-2002’ and is an MBA with dual specialization in HR and Sales & Marketing. He is also a certified SAP consultant (Sales and Distribution) from DUCAT Academy, Noida. Singh has a total of 18 years of experience in the hospitality industry with brands like Taj, Carlson, HHI, Fidalgo, and many more.

Appointment | Shibu Thampan joins Four Points by Sheraton Kochi Infopark as new Executive Chef

Shibu Thampan joins Four Points by Sheraton Kochi Infopark as new Executive Chef

Four Points by Sheraton Kochi Infopark has appointed Shibu Thampan as their new Executive Chef. Thampan is an experienced chef with a great passion for culinary science and hospitality.

He is skilled in pre-opening and operations, client servicing, team management, menu development, profit and loss, food & beverage service management, and R&D- food production.

He is a strong operation & management professional with an Honors Diploma in Hospitality Management focused in Culinary skills.

Previously, he was associated with brands such as VARU BY Atmosphere as Executive Chef (Pre- Opening/ Post Operations) and Atmosphere Kanifushi as Executive Sous Chef.