Innovating the Dining Experience: Praveen C Takes Charge as the F&B Manager at Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach

Visakhapatnam: Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach is thrilled to welcome Praveen C as the new Food and Beverage Manager. With 16 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Praveen brings a strong passion for excellence and a drive to achieve the highest quality and service standards.

In his previous role as Assistant F&B Manager, Praveen showcased exceptional skills in coordinating marketing and promotions, leading and evaluating his team, and managing the overall F&B budget. His collaboration with various departments resulted in successful presentations, revenue packages, and F&B promotions, leading to increased guest engagement and revenue. Praveen's ability to multitask, communicate effectively, and align corporate objectives with operational goals made him a valuable asset to his organization.

As the Food and Beverage Manager at Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach, Praveen will oversee F&B promotions, events, and marketing efforts, while managing multiple outlets. He will collaborate with sales managers to plan promotions, set sales goals, and provide staff training. Praveen's attention to detail and dedication will ensure the smooth delivery of food and beverages for hotel functions, maintaining the highest standards.

Commenting on the new addition to her team, Lakshmi Sridhar, General Manager of Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach and The Bheemili Resort managed by Accor says, "He brings a wealth of experience and a passion for excellence to our team. We are confident that his expertise in food and beverage service, attention to detail, and commitment to exceptional guest experiences will further elevate our offerings at Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach. We warmly welcome Praveen and look forward to the innovative ideas and contributions he will bring to our F&B department."

With a proven track record of effectively managing day-to-day operations within budgeted guidelines, implementing efficient staffing and scheduling, and maintaining and developing standard operating procedures for cost efficiency. His extensive experience and expertise will contribute to the continued success of F&B operations at Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach.

The Leela Gandhinagar strengthens leadership team

Gandhinagar: The Leela Gandhinagar, the luxury hospitality destination in the twin city of Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar, has strengthened its leadership team by bringing on board more highly experienced and accomplished industry professionals.

Umapathy Amirtham is appointed as the Hotel Manager. Umapathy is an acknowledged hospital industry professional with 27 years of extensive domain expertise across hotel operations and management. He has a proven track record of improving operational turnaround and is known for his business acumen in managing hotels.

Umapathy has been a part of The Leela family for seven years now. Prior to joining The Leela Gandhinagar, he was associated with The Leela Ashtamudi, The Leela Palace Jaipur and The Leela Palace Chennai and was also associated with other hospitality chains such as Hyatt and ITC.

Mallika Das appointed as the Director of Finance. A Chartered Accountant by qualification, Mallika is a strategic planner with a proven ability to improve operations and maximize profits through solid financial management, cost reductions and productivity improvements. She was previously the financial controller at IHCL. In a career of over 15 years, she has a stellar experience with Accor, IHG and Hyatt.

Harshvardhan Dengwekar appointed as the PR & Marketing Manager. Harshvardhan has more than 13 years of experience in sales and marketing at premier properties in India and overseas. He is responsible for structuring all marketing and PR-related communications for The Leela Gandhinagar and Mahatma Mandir Convention and Exhibition Center. He has been a part of Accor, Hyatt, and Marriott where he fulfilled diverse roles.

Subin Venugopal appointed as the food & beverage manager. A highly result-oriented professional, Subin has worked in highly competitive environments in multiple cities in India and overseas in a career spanning more than 15 years. He was last associated with Le Meridien in Hyderabad and has also been a part of other hospitality chains like Marriott and Intercontinental in the past.

Speaking on the additions to the leadership team, Vikas Sood, General Manager of The Leela Gandhinagar, said, “I am happy to welcome the new team members to The Leela Gandhinagar. They bring with them diverse national and global experiences and positive attitudes. I am confident they will add a lot of value to The Leela Gandhinagar and contribute to offering guests a truly memorable experience with the warmth of the signature Leela hospitality.”Located atop the concourse of the Gandhinagar railway station, The Leela Gandhinagar offers 318 tastefully appointed spacious rooms. Just a short drive from Ahmedabad and away from the hustle and bustle of the city, The Leela Gandhinagar blends modern splendour with the vibrant old-world traditions of Gujarat. It has become the preferred luxury destination for leisure and business travellers.

Fairfield By Marriott Kolkata appointment Nabajyoti Kaushik as the new Food and Beverage Manager

Fairfield By Marriott Kolkata announces the appointment of Nabajyoti Kaushik as the new Food and Beverage (F&B) Manager at the hotel. In his current role, Nabajyoti is responsible for managing the entire performance of the Food and Beverage operation and events sales, working closely with General Manager and other departmental heads on business planning and day-to-day operations, implementing innovative methods to create guest connections, and maintaining constant guest contact to build relationships and monitor customer satisfaction.

With a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management from Subhas Bose Institute Of Hotel Management, Kolkata, Nabajyoti has honed his skills in menu pricing, cost efficiency, and guest satisfaction. In addition to their educational qualifications, he has achieved numerous certifications, including a Wine License Holder for wine up-selling skills and a Certified Departmental Trainer. Prior to his current role, Nabajyoti has worked with some of the leading hotels in the country, such as The Taj Holiday Village,Goa, Taj Garden Retreat, Chikmagalur, Hyatt Regency, Kolkata, Ritz Carlton, Pune, and The Stadel, Kolkata.

Nabajyoti is a highly effective individual with a proven track record of achieving impressive results. Over the course of three years, he has consistently achieved revenue budgets despite facing fierce competition from numerous new entrants. With his outstanding management skills, Nabajyoti has successfully executed over 130 weddings, resulting in exceptional feedback on TripAdvisor. Additionally, he earned the second position in Hyatt NPS for meeting planner among all Hyatt hotels in India for two consecutive years (FY 2017-18 and 2018-19). Moreover, Nabajyoti has maintained a 100% employee retention rate during those same financial years.

With a zest for life and a desire for new experiences, this individual finds great enjoyment in participating in a range of activities, such as swimming, and cycling, and embarking on solo adventures to explore new places.

Remil Raveendran is now the Food & Beverage manager at Holiday Inn Cochin

His last appointment was with Tocho International as Restaurant General Manager

A passionate hotelier with a career spanning over 17 years with various brands like Hyatt, IHG, Swiss-bel hotels, Atlantis the palm Dubai, Remil is passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences and has a proven track record of driving revenue growth and profitability in his previous roles.

Outside the realm of work, he enjoys travelling and experimenting new cuisines. 

Hyatt Centric MG Road Bangalore appoints Anirban Putatunda as the new Food & Beverage Manager

Serving in the hospitality industry for close to two decades, Anirban possesses a wealth of knowledge and expertise from his previous roles

Anirban’s most recent position before the current one was as Assistant F&B Manager at Alila Diwa Goa.
 
As Food & Beverage Manager with the Hyatt Centric MG Road Bangalore, Anirban will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, ensuring prompt and efficient service, and creating strategies to increase revenue. He will also be tasked with maintaining the highest standards of guest satisfaction.
 
When he’s not hard at work, Anirban enjoys playing a variety of sports, such as tennis, badminton, and cricket. He also likes exploring the city, trying new cuisines, and spending time with his family and friends.
 
On his appointment, Varun Mohan, General Manager of Hyatt Centric MG Road Bangalore, said, “We are delighted to have Anirban join our team at Hyatt Centric MG Road Bangalore. His wealth of experience in the hospitality industry and enthusiasm for success will be a great asset to us and we look forward to the innovative ideas and strategies that he will bring.”