The Westin Resort & Spa, Himalayas appoints Vivek Pandey as Director of Food & Beverage

The Westin Resort & Spa, Himalayas, has announced the appointment of Vivek Pandey as its new Director of Food & Beverage. With over 15 years of experience in luxury hospitality across leading Hyatt and Marriott properties in India, Vivek brings a well-rounded expertise in restaurant leadership, large-scale events, and guest-centric food and beverage operations, a press release stated.

Vivek began his hospitality journey at Hyatt Regency Kolkata, where he spent nearly a decade honing his skills across events and operations. He subsequently strengthened his culinary and service leadership experience at Park Hyatt Goa and Grand Hyatt Mumbai, before taking on larger operational responsibilities as Event Operations Manager at Hyatt Regency Dehradun. He later served as Banquet Manager at JW Marriott Mumbai, managing high-profile events and complex banquet operations. Most recently, he held the position of Assistant Director of Food & Beverage at Hyatt Regency Dehradun.

In his new role at The Westin Resort & Spa, Himalayas, Vivek will focus on enhancing the resort’s Unique Dining Experiences (UDEs) through refined concepts, compelling storytelling, and thoughtfully curated guest journeys. His priorities also include building a strong non-resident dining strategy to position the resort’s restaurants and bars as preferred destinations for local patrons, while fostering a culture that prioritises associate wellbeing, engagement, and long-term growth.

Commenting on his appointment, Vivek Pandey, Director of Food & Beverage, The Westin Resort & Spa, Himalayas said, “The Westin Himalayas is a truly distinctive destination, seamlessly blending wellness, nature, and elevated hospitality. I am excited to be part of a property that has already set strong benchmarks in experiential luxury. I look forward to working closely with the team to further enhance our culinary offerings, create meaningful dining experiences, and contribute to the resort’s continued evolution as a leading destination for wellbeing-driven hospitality.”

Chinmaya Chikkamath, General Manager, The Westin Resort & Spa, Himalayas, said, “Food and beverage is a core pillar of the guest journey at The Westin Himalayas, and Vivek’s depth of experience, creative vision, and people-focused leadership make him a valuable addition to our leadership team. His strong understanding of destination dining, combined with his commitment to innovation and team wellbeing, will play a key role in further strengthening our culinary offerings and elevating the overall resort experience.”