Park Hyatt Chennai has announced the appointment of Cruz Jude D’Silva as its new Rooms Division Manager. With over 12 years of experience across leading international hotel brands, Cruz steps into this role with a strong background in operations and leadership.

Before joining Park Hyatt Chennai, Cruz served as Rooms Division Manager at DoubleTree by Hilton, Dubai, where he led operations in Front Office, Housekeeping, Engineering, Hygiene, and Safety for a 326-key property. His earlier role as Front Office Manager at Sofitel Abu Dhabi saw him managing a 40-member team and consistently delivering high service standards.

Cruz’s career also includes overseeing Hilton’s cluster properties such as Al Seef Heritage Hotel, Canopy by Hilton, and Hampton by Hilton, where he was responsible for managing multiple hotels simultaneously. He also held roles at Jumeirah Zabeel Saray and Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai, where he was recognised for guest satisfaction, training, and leadership excellence.

Known for his detail-oriented approach and passion for hospitality, Cruz shared his excitement about the new role, “I’m someone who genuinely loves making people feel welcome and cared for. I believe that a positive attitude and teamwork make all the difference, and I’m always excited to learn and grow while helping guests have memorable experiences”.

Park Hyatt Chennai looks forward to the fresh perspective and energy Cruz will bring, strengthening the hotel’s commitment to providing exceptional guest experiences.

About Park Hyatt Chennai:

 Park Hyatt Chennai, the 44th property in the global Park Hyatt portfolio, is a luxury address featuring 200 rooms and 20 suites. Overlooking the Guindy National Park, the hotel offers understated elegance through its serene interiors, signature dining destinations like The Flying Elephant, Park Brasserie, and Mr. Ong, as well as wellness experiences at Antahpura Spa and the rooftop infinity-edge pool. With bespoke event spaces at The Apartment, the hotel seamlessly blends luxury, nature, and hospitality