Grand Mercure Bangalore has appointed Nilesh Kumar as its new food & beverage manager, further strengthening its leadership team with his extensive expertise in luxury hospitality and guest experience management. With over a decade of experience across India’s finest hotels, Kumar brings a proven track record of driving operational excellence, enhancing guest satisfaction, and leading high-performing teams.

He joins Grand Mercure Bangalore from Renaissance Bengaluru Racecourse Hotel, where he served as assistant food & beverage manager, spearheading daily operations across multiple outlets, optimising profitability, and elevating service standards. His career journey also includes impactful tenures at Taj West End, Sheraton Grand Whitefield, and The Oberoi, Bengaluru, where he successfully delivered exceptional guest experiences, implemented innovative service enhancements, and managed pre-openings.

Commenting on the appointment, Parag Shah, general manager, Grand Mercure Bangalore, said, “We are delighted to welcome Nilesh to the Grand Mercure Bangalore family. His wealth of experience across iconic hospitality brands, coupled with his commitment to service excellence, will further enrich our food and beverage offerings. We are confident that his vision and passion will bring fresh perspectives and set new benchmarks in creating exceptional experiences for our guests”.

Kumar holds a bachelor’s degree in hospitality management from Punjab Technical University and is recognised for his ability to reimagine F&B operations while maintaining a strong focus on staff training, guest engagement, and profitability. With his appointment, Grand Mercure Bangalore reaffirms its commitment to curating exceptional dining experiences that blend tradition, innovation, and heartfelt hospitality.