Sheraton Grand Pune Bund Garden Hotel appoints Sagar Kulkarni as new F&B Director

Sheraton Grand Pune Bund Garden Hotel has appointed Sagar Kulkarni as the new Director of Food & Beverage, adding a seasoned professional to their dynamic team. Kulkarni's extensive career has seen him thrive in various prestigious establishments, showcasing a commitment to excellence and innovative leadership.

In his previous role at Hilton Mumbai International Airport, Kulkarni demonstrated exceptional proficiency in overseeing Food & Beverage operations, excelling in forecasting, budgeting, ownership handling, and successful relaunches of key outlets. However, it was during his tenure at Sofitel Luxury Hotels Mumbai BKC where he truly made his mark, spending nearly seven years honing his skills and achieving remarkable milestones. Kulkarni's leadership was instrumental in earning prestigious awards and accolades, solidifying Sofitel Mumbai's reputation as a leading luxury destination. He led numerous initiatives that significantly enhanced guest satisfaction and revenue generation for Sofitel Mumbai.

Kulkarni's extensive experience extends beyond Sofitel Mumbai to include notable contributions to 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, where he began his remarkable hospitality journey in 2008.

His expertise lies in maintaining high product and service quality while maximising profitability. He excels in hiring, training and ensuring the proficiency of employees in F&B service divisions. Kulkarni has initiated successful guest recognition programs, introduced incentives, and optimised maximum guest recognition across all outlets. His collaboration with finance departments to control profit and loss outcomes showcases his financial acumen. Directly responsible for F&B marketing, Kulkarni seamlessly collaborates with marketing teams to execute effective promotional campaigns, earning numerous prestigious awards for the properties under his guidance.