APPOINTMENT

The Orchid Hotel Mumbai Appoints Gaurav Shiva as General Manager

The Orchid Hotel Mumbai has appointed Gaurav Shiva as General Manager.

Gaurav brings over 29 years of experience in the hospitality and tourism industry, with exposure to hotel operations, culinary, food and beverage, sales and marketing, and business management. In his new role, he will oversee overall hotel operations and business performance.

He began his career with the Taj Group of Hotels after graduating from the Institute of Hotel Management, Aurangabad. His early experience included roles across multiple properties, followed by international assignments with Carnival Cruise Lines in the United States and at Georges Blanc restaurant in France.

Over the years, Gaurav has held leadership roles with organisations including Carlson Hotels & Resorts, Accor Hotels, and Royal Orchid Hotels. His experience includes hotel openings, operational management, and roles across food and beverage, sales, and general management functions.

Gaurav’s career includes involvement in the launch of Radisson Resort & Spa, Alibaug, as well as leadership assignments across cities including Bengaluru, Mysore, Goa, and Chennai. Prior to joining The Orchid Hotel Mumbai, he held General Manager and General Manager Delegate roles with Royal Orchid Hotels and Accor.

Commenting on his appointment, Gaurav Shiva said, “I am delighted to join The Orchid Hotel Mumbai, a brand that has long been recognized for its pioneering commitment to eco-friendly hospitality and warm Indian service. Mumbai is one of the country’s most dynamic hospitality markets, and I look forward to working closely with the team to further strengthen the hotel’s position, elevate guest experiences and build on its legacy of responsible hospitality.”

Vishal Kamat, Executive Director, Kamat Hotels India Ltd., said, “We are pleased to welcome Gaurav Shiva to The Kamat Khandan. His diverse experience across culinary, operations, sales and hotel management, coupled with his international exposure and proven leadership capabilities, makes him the right choice to lead our flagship property, The Orchid Hotel, Mumbai. We are confident that under his leadership, The Orchid Hotel Mumbai will continue to set new benchmarks in guest experiences while staying true to its commitment towards sustainable hospitality.”

The appointment reflects the hotel’s focus on strengthening its leadership team and managing its operations in the Mumbai market.

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