Prasad V. K.
Hospitality Consultant
Bengaluru,KA
Summary
General Management – Hospitality – Indian Hotels Company Limited (Taj Group) India A total of 4 decades of experience
Hospitality professional with robust background in consulting, prepared to bring strategic insights to enhance client services. Known for driving operational improvements and increasing customer satisfaction through effective team collaboration and result-oriented strategies. Expertise in project management and process efficiency, combined with flexible approach to meet evolving client needs.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Hospitality Consultant
Merlis Hotel
01.2024 - Current
- Spearheaded the pre-opening strategy for Merlis Hotel, leading all activities from groundwork to launch.
- Negotiated terms and finalized Letters of Understanding (LOU), and brand agreements, ensuring strategic alignment with ownership goals.
- Streamlined hotel operations for increased efficiency through staff training and process improvements.
- Managed the recruitment and onboarding process for new employees, ensuring a strong fit with organizational culture and values.
- Oversaw the onboarding of operational brands, including F&B and amenities suppliers.
- Directed leadership hiring, built core operational teams, and conducted talent scouting for key roles across departments.
- Curated and implemented launch protocols that contributed to a successful, seamless hotel opening.
General Management
Indian Hotels Company Limited
07.2006 - 01.2022
- Company Overview: Taj Group
- Led operations and P&L for luxury and business hotels, achieving milestones in customer experience and revenue.
- Key achievements include: Best Banquet Manager (H&FS), Young General Manager of the Year (FHRAI), and 28% ARR growth on first GM assignment.
- Taj Group
Food & Beverage Management
Indian Hotels Company Limited
06.1999 - 07.2006
- Company Overview: Taj Group
- Managed high-performing F&B teams, delivering revenue up to Rs. 15 Cr annually and $3.6M internationally.
- Taj Group
Line positions in Food & Beverage Department
Taj Mahal Hotel
01.1982 - 01.1999
- Developed foundational experience across 7 diverse F&B outlets including casual and specialty dining, bar, room service and banqueting.
Education
Delhi University
New Delhi, India 05.1982 - 12.1982
Skills
Sound hotel operations experience
Public Relations
Relationship Building
Pre-Opening
LOU
Advising owners on key business parameters
Advice about International Hotel brands
Guest relations
Time management
Guest experiences
Food and beverage operations
Menu development
Revenue management
Cross-cultural awareness
Multilingual skills
Sales and marketing
Property management systems
Staff training and development
Reservation management
Teamwork and leadership
Problem-solving abilities
Accomplishments
- H&FS Award – Best Banquet Manager
- FHRAI – Young General Manager of the Year (2007)
- Doubled business top-line for Banquet Business at Taj Mahal, New Delhi
Brief Profile
General Management – Hospitality – Indian Hotels Company Limited (Taj Group) India, A total of 4 decades of experience
Timeline
Hospitality Consultant
Merlis Hotel
01.2024 - Current
General Management
Indian Hotels Company Limited
07.2006 - 01.2022
Food & Beverage Management
Indian Hotels Company Limited
06.1999 - 07.2006
Delhi University
05.1982 - 12.1982
Line positions in Food & Beverage Department
Taj Mahal Hotel
01.1982 - 01.1999