Human Resources

🏨 Jazib Husain has been appointed as the general manager for Otherland Galle, the first international site for Bengaluru-based Otherland Hotels, on the Sri Lankan coast. The hotel features 66 oceanfront rooms and is developed in partnership with Emanuel Sidhartha. Husain brings 20 years of hospitality experience. This project is part of a broader expansion plan across South Asia, including hotels, restaurants, and beach clubs.

🏖 Otherland Hotels appoints Jazib Husain as general manager of Otherland Galle, a 66-room oceanfront hotel on the Sri Lankan coast, marking the company's first international site. Husain brings 20 years of hospitality experience. The development is in partnership with Emanuel Sidhartha. Rishi Sreedharan, CEO of Otherland, emphasizes Husain's global expertise as key to their lifestyle hospitality vision in South Asia. Husain aims for memorable guest experiences and operational excellence.

🍳 Chris Whitmore has been appointed as the head chef at the Scarlet Hotel in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall, replacing Jack Clayton. Whitmore, with extensive fine dining experience in London, Hong Kong, and Qatar, joins to collaborate with Tom Hunter, head of food, to revamp menus. The focus will be on using local, seasonal ingredients with minimal waste, featuring dishes like lamb with broad beans. Whitmore's sustainable approach aligns with the hotel's ethos.

🏨 Michael Coletta becomes chair of the Lake District Hotels Association after managing Langdale Leisure since 2020. With 32 years in hospitality, including 23 in timeshare management, Coletta brings extensive experience. Previously, he was a non-executive director at Langdale Owners and served 27 years with Hilton, culminating as UK general manager for Hilton Grand Vacations. He is also vice chair of the European Resort Owners Coalition, advocating for better guest experiences in Cumbria.

🏨 The Nici appoints Charmaine Harbour as head of spa for new hotels in Newquay and New Forest, set to open this summer. Harbour brings experience from roles at Beaverbrook, Champneys, and more. The Nici Newquay will feature 82 rooms, a spa, gym, and cinema, while the New Forest site will include 118 rooms, a spa, and tennis courts. Located in Cornwall and New Forest, these are designed as wellness destinations.

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🏨 Two senior appointments at Residence Inn by Marriott Piccadilly in Manchester aim to boost their hospitality market presence. Simon Mason, the new general manager, leads a 39-member team, while Sam Stoyle joins as sales manager. The hotel targets long-stay corporate and leisure bookings. Both bring extensive industry experience, with Mason previously at The Pendulum Hotel and Stoyle focusing on expanding sectors like film production and construction. Co-owner Adrien Grosjean emphasizes Manchester's competitive hospitality scene.