Fairmont Mumbai has announced the elevation of Saif Shaikh to Assistant Director of Food & Beverage for Fairmont Mumbai and Roswyn, A Morgans Originals Hotel
In his expanded role, Shaikh will oversee food and beverage operations across the restaurants, bars, banquets, in-room dining and event divisions of both properties. His responsibilities will include revenue strategy, operational planning, guest experience, team development and the implementation of new dining initiatives.
Shaikh has been part of Fairmont Mumbai’s leadership team and has contributed to the management of its restaurants, bars, banqueting operations and other guest dining experiences.
He brings more than 11 years of experience in the luxury hospitality sector, having worked with brands including Fairmont, Ennismore, Hilton Garden Inn, JW Marriott, Grand Hyatt and Sofitel. His experience covers multi-outlet operations, revenue management, profitability, restaurant launches and team leadership.
Before joining Fairmont Mumbai, Shaikh served as Director of Restaurants & Bars at JW Marriott Pune. During his tenure, he managed the hotel’s dining operations and was involved in the launch of Tao Fu, a Sichuan speciality restaurant.
He has also held leadership positions at Grand Hyatt Mumbai, where he managed restaurants including China House and Celini.
Commenting on his elevation, 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.”
Rajiv Kapoor, General Manager, Fairmont Mumbai and Roswyn, A Morgans Originals Hotel, said, “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.”
The elevation is part of the hotel’s focus on developing internal talent and strengthening its food and beverage leadership across Fairmont Mumbai and Roswyn.
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