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.