Sheraton Grand Pune Appoints Sagar Kulkarni as F&B Director

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Sheraton Grand Pune Hotel Appoints Sagar Kulkarni as F&B Director

By Nithyakala Neelakandan

Published on March 29, 2024

The Sheraton Grand Pune Bund Garden Hotel has introduced Sagar Kulkarni as their latest addition to the team, assuming the role of Director of Food & Beverage.

With a wealth of experience in esteemed establishments, Sagar brings a track record of excellence and forward-thinking leadership to the table.

During his time at Hilton Mumbai International Airport, Sagar exhibited outstanding competence in managing Food & Beverage operations, showing prowess in forecasting, budgeting, handling ownership responsibilities, and successfully revitalizing major outlets.

Sagar's guidance played a pivotal role in securing prestigious awards and recognition, cementing Sofitel Mumbai's standing as a premier luxury destination.

He spearheaded numerous initiatives that notably elevated guest satisfaction and bolstered revenue generation for Sofitel Mumbai.

Sagar's rich professional background goes beyond his tenure at Sofitel Mumbai, encompassing significant roles at Hotel Royal Orchid Bangalore, The Park Mumbai (Juhu), Novotel Hotels & Resorts Pune, Holiday Inn Mumbai International Airport, The Westin Mumbai Garden City, and Renaissance Mumbai Hotel and Convention Centre.

His remarkable journey in the hospitality industry commenced in 2008 at Renaissance Mumbai Hotel and Convention Centre.

"We are absolutely delighted to welcome Sagar Kulkarni to the Sheraton Grand Pune family. His exceptional track record and unwavering dedication to excellence are not just assets to our team but a testament to the caliber of talent we attract. Sagar's appointment marks a moment of excitement and anticipation as we look forward to his transformative contributions that will undoubtedly elevate our culinary offerings and enhance the overall guest experience." said Supreet Roy, the General Manager.

Sagar specializes in upholding superior standards in both product and service quality while enhancing profitability.

He demonstrates proficiency in recruiting, training, and maintaining the competence of staff within Food & Beverage service sectors.

Sagar has spearheaded effective guest recognition initiatives, implemented incentive schemes, and ensured optimal guest acknowledgment across all establishments.

His collaboration with finance departments to manage profit and loss outcomes highlights his financial expertise.

With direct accountability for Food & Beverage marketing, Sagar works seamlessly with marketing teams to execute successful promotional strategies, resulting in the attainment of multiple esteemed awards for the properties under his leadership.

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Grand Hyatt Mumbai Appoints Prasad Prabhu as Learning and Development Manager to Strengthen People-First Culture

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on November 11, 2025

Grand Hyatt Mumbai, one of India’s most iconic luxury hotels, has announced the appointment of Prasad Prabhu as Learning and Development Manager.

With over 18 years of experience across leading global hospitality brands, Prasad brings a strong background in talent development, leadership capability building, service culture enhancement, and colleague engagement. His appointment highlights Grand Hyatt Mumbai’s focus on nurturing a people-first culture built on care, continuous learning, and professional growth.

In his new role, Prasad will spearhead the hotel’s learning and development strategy, focusing on leadership development, embedding Hyatt’s values through a culture of learning, enhancing colleague engagement, and aligning training initiatives with business goals.

An alumnus of the Welingkar Institute of Management, Mumbai (PGDBA in General Management), Institute of Hotel Management, Goa (B.Sc. in Hospitality & Hotel Administration), and Institute of Hotel Management, Mumbai (Food Production Craft Course), Prasad has built an impressive career with prestigious hospitality brands such as The Indian Hotels Company Limited (Taj Hotels), InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), The Leela Kempinski, The Zuri Hospitality Group, and Hyatt Hotels Corporation.

Before joining Grand Hyatt Mumbai, Prasad served as Learning Manager at Grand Hyatt Goa, where he played a dual role, leading property-level learning initiatives and contributing as an ASPAC Master Trainer for Hyatt Hotels Corporation. In this capacity, he designed and facilitated impactful leadership and trainer capability workshops across the Asia Pacific region.

Speaking on his appointment, Prasad Prabhu said,

“I am delighted to join Grand Hyatt Mumbai and continue my Hyatt journey. I believe that when colleagues feel respected, supported, and motivated to grow, they naturally deliver better guest experiences. My vision is to build a workplace where learning is not just a function, but a culture.”

As one of Hyatt’s flagship hotels in India, Grand Hyatt Mumbai continues to strengthen its reputation for excellence in service and colleague care. With Prasad’s leadership, the hotel aims to further its vision of fostering empowered teams and delivering exceptional guest experiences through a culture of continuous learning and growth.