Restaurant India News: Saif Shaikh Promoted to Assistant Director of Food & Beverage at Fairmont Mumbai and Roswyn

Fairmont Mumbai has promoted Saif Shaikh to the position of Assistant Director of Food & Beverage for both Fairmont Mumbai and Roswyn, A Morgans Originals Hotel. Saif has been instrumental in enhancing the food and beverage offerings across the hotels' restaurants, bars, banquet operations, and guest dining experiences.

The appointment underscores the management's confidence in his strong operational capabilities, commercial understanding, and proven ability to elevate guest satisfaction while driving innovation across multiple dining formats. Bringing more than 11 years of experience in the luxury hospitality sector, Saif has built an impressive career with leading hotel brands such as Fairmont, Ennismore, Hilton Garden Inn, JW Marriott, Grand Hyatt, and Sofitel. Over the years, he has successfully led multi-venue operations, strengthened revenue performance, improved profitability, and developed high-performing hospitality teams.

Before joining Fairmont Mumbai, Saif served as Director of Restaurants & Bars at JW Marriott Pune, where he managed several dining venues and led the successful launch of Tao-Fu, Pune's first authentic Sichuan restaurant. He also held key leadership roles at Grand Hyatt Mumbai, overseeing acclaimed outlets such as China House and Celini, further refining his expertise in luxury dining and guest engagement.

Speaking on his elevation, Saif Shaikh said, "Food and beverage today is about creating memorable experiences that bring people together through exceptional cuisine, thoughtful service, and meaningful moments. Being part of Fairmont Mumbai's journey has been incredibly rewarding, and I look forward to further elevating our dining offerings while continuing to create innovative experiences that resonate with our guests and reinforce Fairmont's position as a leading culinary destination."

“Saif has consistently brought creativity, energy and a strong guest-first approach to our food and beverage experiences at Fairmont Mumbai. His understanding of evolving dining trends, combined with operational excellence, makes him a valuable leader for our growing portfolio. We are excited to see him continue shaping memorable culinary journeys for our guests,” added Rajiv Kapoor, General Manager, Fairmont Mumbai & Roswyn, A Morgans Originals Hotel.

In his expanded role, Saif will be responsible for overseeing food and beverage operations across restaurants, bars, banquets, in-room dining, and events at both properties. His focus will include driving revenue growth, enhancing guest experiences, strengthening operational efficiency, and cultivating a culture of innovation, service excellence, and talent development. The promotion reflects Fairmont Mumbai's continued commitment to recognizing internal talent and empowering future leaders who contribute to the brand's growth, innovation, and long-term success