voco Jim Corbett has appointed Ankit Chandel as Food & Beverage Manager, bringing a hospitality professional with experience across leading hotel companies to the property’s food and beverage operations. In his new role, Chandel will oversee the hotel’s F&B functions, with a focus on service delivery, operational standards and guest experience.
Chandel joins voco Jim Corbett from Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Mussoorie, where he served as Assistant Food & Beverage Manager. His experience spans food and beverage operations and service management, with previous exposure to The Lalit Hotels, Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Marriott International and ITC Hotels.
This move reflects IHG’s continued expansion, aligning with executive movements in hotels.New Role at voco Jim Corbett
At voco Jim Corbett, Chandel will be responsible for overseeing the property’s food and beverage operations and working closely with the team to maintain consistent service standards. His responsibilities will cover the day-to-day functioning of F&B operations, service delivery and the overall guest experience across the hotel’s dining operations.
The role comes as the property continues to position its food and beverage offering as an important part of the guest experience in the Jim Corbett destination. Chandel’s operational background will support the team in maintaining service consistency while managing the requirements of a hospitality operation in a leisure and nature-focused environment.
His remit will also involve coordinating with the wider hotel team to ensure that food and beverage services remain aligned with the property’s operating standards and guest expectations.
Experience at Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Mussoorie
Before joining voco Jim Corbett, Chandel was associated with Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Mussoorie, as Assistant Food & Beverage Manager. During his tenure, he was involved in managing food and beverage operations, with responsibilities covering service delivery and guest experience.
His role at the Mussoorie property provided experience in managing F&B functions within a hill destination known for leisure and resort-oriented travel. The position also added to his operational exposure across guest-facing food and beverage services.
Chandel’s move to voco Jim Corbett represents a continuation of his career in food and beverage management, with his previous experience providing a foundation for overseeing operations at the IHG property.
Exposure Across Leading Hospitality Groups
Chandel’s professional background includes experience with several established hospitality organisations, including The Lalit Hotels, Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Marriott International and ITC Hotels.
His career across these organisations has covered food and beverage operations and service management. This exposure has given him experience of working within different hospitality environments and operating structures, while maintaining a focus on guest-facing service delivery.
His association with multiple international and Indian hospitality brands has also contributed to his understanding of operational practices within branded hotels. The combination of food and beverage expertise and service management experience forms the foundation of his new responsibilities at voco Jim Corbett.
Focus on Service Standards and Guest Experience
As Food & Beverage Manager, Chandel will work with the property’s F&B team to manage daily operations while maintaining service standards. The role requires close attention to operational coordination, service consistency and the delivery of experiences that align with guest expectations.
For a resort property such as voco Jim Corbett, food and beverage forms an important part of the overall stay experience. From restaurant service to other guest-facing F&B functions, operational efficiency and attention to service details remain central to the role.
Chandel’s experience across different hotel groups is expected to support this focus as he takes responsibility for the property’s F&B operations and works with colleagues across departments.
Leadership Focus at voco Jim Corbett
Chandel’s appointment adds food and beverage leadership experience to voco Jim Corbett as the property continues to develop its guest offering. His background across The Lalit Hotels, Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Marriott International and ITC Hotels provides exposure to different approaches to hospitality operations and service management.
At voco Jim Corbett, his immediate focus will be on overseeing food and beverage operations, supporting the team and maintaining consistent service standards. His experience at Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Mussoorie, also brings relevant destination-hotel experience to the position.
The appointment places Chandel in a key operational role at the property, where food and beverage performance will remain closely connected to the wider guest experience.
