DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Airport has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Tushar Das as executive chef and Ranjeet Singh as food & beverage manager. These additions reflect the hotel’s focus on enhancing its culinary experiences and overall F&B offerings at its Bengaluru property.

Tushar Das brings over 15 years of experience across leading five-star hotels in India and the Middle East. In his new role, he will lead the hotel’s culinary direction, overseeing menu development, kitchen operations, and quality across restaurants and banquet spaces.

He has previously worked with brands like Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Radisson, Avasa Hotel, The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace, JW Marriott Jaipur, and Vivanta by Taj. Known for his hands-on approach, he specialises in Western and Italian cuisine and has also been part of multiple hotel pre-openings.

“I am delighted to join DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Airport and look forward to creating distinctive culinary experiences that combine innovation, quality, and memorable dining moments for our guests,” said Das.

Ranjeet Singh joins with over 13 years of experience in food and beverage operations, including strong exposure to bar and restaurant management. He will oversee all F&B operations at the hotel, focusing on beverage innovation, menu planning, and service excellence.

Before this role, he was associated with Marriott International at Moxy Bengaluru Airport and has also worked with Sheraton Grand Hotel Whitefield. His international experience includes time with Shangri-La Group in Dubai, where he managed premium lounges and restaurant concepts.

“I am excited to be part of the DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Airport team and look forward to curating engaging food and beverage experiences that blend creativity, quality, and warm hospitality,” said Singh.

Commenting on the appointments, Sanu Sadanandan, general manager, DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Airport, said, “Tushar and Ranjeet bring strong expertise, creativity, and operational depth to our leadership team. Their appointments will play a key role in elevating our culinary and beverage offerings while strengthening our commitment to exceptional guest experiences.”

With these appointments, the hotel aims to further enhance its dining experiences and strengthen its position as a preferred destination for both guests and events.

Hilton Hyderabad Genome Valley Resort & Spa has appointed Abhishek Bahadur as its commercial director, strengthening its leadership team as the resort continues to build its presence as a leading destination in South India.

With over 17 years of experience across some of India’s well-known hospitality brands, Bahadur brings strong expertise in commercial strategy, market expansion, and stakeholder relationships. In his new role, he will oversee sales, marketing, and revenue management, with a focus on driving growth across key segments such as leisure, weddings, and MICE.

Bahadur joins from Marriott International, where he served as director of sales & marketing and led several multi-channel initiatives that strengthened brand positioning across both retail and MICE segments. His career also includes roles with leading brands like JW Marriott, The Leela Palaces  Hotels & Resorts, The Oberoi, Trident Gurgaon, The Claridges New Delhi, and ITC Hotels.

He has been closely associated with the resort since its pre-opening phase, where he played a key role in shaping its commercial direction. From building the go-to-market strategy to setting up pricing frameworks and strengthening distribution channels, his early contributions have helped lay a strong foundation for the resort’s growth.

His efforts have also supported the development of key business segments, particularly weddings and MICE, while building a strong digital presence and market visibility for the property. Going forward, he will continue to focus on expanding partnerships and aligning commercial strategies with the resort’s long-term vision.

“I’m delighted to be part of Hilton Hyderabad Genome Valley Resort & Spa at such an exciting stage of its journey. Over the past year, the opportunity to shape a distinctive destination and build a strong commercial ecosystem from the ground up has been truly rewarding. I look forward to continuing to work closely with the team to drive meaningful growth and further position the resort as a preferred choice for guests, celebrations and corporate engagements,” said Bahadur.

With this appointment, the resort aims to further strengthen its positioning as a preferred destination for experiential stays, large celebrations, and corporate events.

Bharti family office’s hospitality and dining arm has announced the appointment of Rohan Pewekar as its Chief Executive Officer. In this role, he will lead the strategy and overall operations of the group’s restaurant business, which includes well-known global brands such as PizzaExpress, Chili’s, P.F. Chang’s, and Olive Garden.

Rohan will focus on strengthening the presence of these brands in India, driving expansion, improving guest experience, and building strong teams to support the next stage of growth.

He brings close to two decades of experience across strategy, finance, and operations in consumer-focused businesses. Most recently, he served as Managing Director, Pizza Hut – Indian Subcontinent at Yum! Brands, where he led operations and expansion across the region. During his time there, he also worked as Chief Strategy and Finance Officer for Pizza Hut India, contributing to business growth, improving performance, and expanding new channels.

Earlier in his career, Rohan worked with Samsung Electronics and Accenture, gaining experience in strategy, transformation, and operations.

He has completed his management education from the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta, adding a strong academic base to his industry experience.

Commenting on the appointment, Ramit Bharti Mittal, Lead promoter of the hospitality and dining vertical, at the Bharti family office, said,

“The dining and restaurant segment is evolving rapidly, with consumers increasingly seeking differentiated and premium experiences, creating significant opportunities for growth. Rohan brings a strong blend of strategic insight into consumer businesses and deep operational experience. We believe he is well placed to lead our next phase of growth as we expand our portfolio of global restaurant brands and continue building a high-quality dining platform in India.”

Speaking on his appointment, Rohan Pewekar said,

“The group has built a strong portfolio of globally recognized brands, and I look forward to partnering closely with the teams to further strengthen those, deliver exceptional guest experiences, and continue building a world-class restaurant business across the country.”