Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty has announced the appointment of Vikash Kumar as Assistant Director of Food & Beverage, further reinforcing the hotel’s focus on operational excellence and consistently elevated guest experiences across its diverse dining and events portfolio.
In his new role, Vikash will oversee food and beverage operations, banquet performance, and service delivery, supporting the hotel’s continued emphasis on quality, consistency, and guest-centric innovation. With over a decade of experience across food and beverage service, banquet operations, and large-scale event planning, he brings a strong balance of operational depth and people-focused leadership.
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Career Journey and Industry Experience
Vikash began his hospitality career in 2014 with Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Center and Courtyard by Marriott, where he developed a strong foundation in food and beverage service and guest engagement. Over the years, he progressed through key leadership roles across F&B service and banquet operations, gaining hands-on exposure to managing complex, high-volume environments and large-format events.
His professional journey reflects steady growth across operational roles that demand precision, coordination, and service consistency, equipping him with a comprehensive understanding of both guest-facing experiences and backend execution.
Growth Within the Hyatt Ecosystem
Vikash joined the Hyatt family in September 2022 as Events Planning Manager at Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty. In this role, he played a pivotal part in executing high-profile events and strengthening the hotel’s banquet operations. He later moved to Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center as Banquet Manager and was promoted to Assistant Food & Beverage Manager in March 2025, recognising his performance and leadership capabilities.
His return to Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty in an expanded leadership role reflects the hotel’s continued focus on nurturing internal talent and building long-term leaders aligned with Hyatt’s service values.
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Leadership Style and Professional Outlook
A graduate in Hotel Management and Catering Technology, Vikash is known for his disciplined and collaborative leadership style, with a strong commitment to developing high-performing teams. His approach centres on operational clarity, team engagement, and delivering seamless guest experiences across dining and event platforms.
With this appointment, Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty continues to strengthen its food and beverage leadership, reinforcing its commitment to service excellence, operational consistency, and memorable guest experiences across one of the region’s most dynamic hospitality destinations.
