He has over 20 years of experience in the Food & Beverage industry.

Le Méridien Mahabaleshwar Resort and Spa appoints Soumitra Lodh as Director of Food and Beverage. Lodh is a multi-cultural hospitality icon with over 20 years of experience in the Food & Beverage industry.

Having commenced his career with Taj Group (2000) and the moving on to Renaissance Mumbai Convention Centre Hotel (2002) as part of the Food & Beverage team; he has swiftly moved up the rank as Banquet Manager. 

During his operational tenure, he played a critical role in building F&B reputation and has a proven record of implementing strategic initiatives delivering financial success and guest satisfaction.

His most recent role with JW Marriott Jaipur Resort & Spa helped the hotel to earn huge profitability and the specialty restaurant was listed in ‘top 52 restaurants of Marriott in Asia Pacific.’ 

Lodh uses his innovative flair to increase employee engagement, implement standards, drive guest voice scores, build relationships with key stakeholders and grow hotel’s F&B share at exemplary levels.

He also has stints of working with other renowned brands like Hilton and Radisson where he spearheaded pre-opening initiatives and tasks for Food & Beverage of the hotel. He is a recipient of several notable recognitions in his career and has consistently exhibited leadership skills. 

With a diploma in Hotel & Restaurant Management from International Institute of Advanced Studies, Siliguri, West Bengal, Lodh has a flair in photography and loves to spend time with family during his spare time, while he also explores creative F&B concepts.