Bengaluru, March 3, 2026 – Bengaluru Marriott Hotel Whitefield has announced the appointment of Flavius Chettiar as its new Director of Operations. A seasoned hospitality professional with over 15 years of experience across leading luxury hotel brands, Chettiar brings a wealth of expertise in food and beverage strategy, large-scale operations management, and team leadership.

Driving Operational Excellence

In his new role, Chettiar will oversee the hotel’s operations, ensuring seamless coordination across departments while strengthening service excellence benchmarks. He will also spearhead strategic growth initiatives aligned with Marriott International’s global standards.

Proven Leadership Across Luxury Brands

Chettiar’s career spans several prestigious properties:

The Westin Mumbai Garden City – As Director of Food & Beverage, he enhanced guest satisfaction scores, introduced innovative dining concepts, and drove departmental profitability across outlets such as Seasonal Tastes, Prego & Pronto, Eighteen Lounge, and Kangan.
JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu – Served as Assistant Director of Food & Beverage, managing operations at the flagship 350-room property.
Oberoi Hotels & Resorts (Trident Bandra Kurla & Oberoi Marrakech) – Progressed through leadership roles including Banquet Manager and F&B Service Manager, and contributed to pre-opening operations in Marrakech by setting up F&B systems and training teams.

An alumnus of the Oberoi Centre of Learning and Development, Chettiar has consistently demonstrated operational acumen and commercial focus. His achievements include:

High mystery audit scores
Award-winning dining concepts
Building and mentoring high-performance teams

Leadership Vision

“I am delighted to take on the role of Director of Operations at Bengaluru Marriott Hotel Whitefield,” said Chettiar. “The property has built a strong reputation for service excellence and contemporary hospitality. I look forward to enhancing operational efficiency, elevating guest experiences, and driving sustained growth in alignment with Marriott’s global standards.”

Welcoming the Appointment

Vivek Sharma, General Manager of Bengaluru Marriott Hotel Whitefield, expressed enthusiasm about the new leadership:
“We are pleased to welcome Flavius to our team. His extensive experience across luxury hospitality brands and strong operational expertise make him a valuable addition. We are confident that under his leadership, the hotel will continue to strengthen its market positioning and deliver exceptional experiences to our guests.”

Chef B Visu will create a new menu for the Italian fine-dining restaurant Alto Vino, featuring an array of innovative dishes that blend traditional flavours with modern techniques

Bengaluru Marriott Hotel Whitefield announced the appointment of Chef B Visu, popularly known as Chef Visu, as the new Specialty Chef for Alto Vino, the hotel’s renowned Italian restaurant. In his 16 years of extensive culinary experience, he has worked in restaurants across Australia, the UAE, and India.

Chef Visu began his culinary career in 2009 as a Commis Chef at THE Park Hotels in Chennai. Then, he became a Chef De Partie at Hyatt Regency in Chennai and Carluccio’s in Abu Dhabi. Over his career, Chef Visu has shown his wide-ranging skills in Western, Italian, Greek, and Mediterranean cuisines. His proficiency in cost control techniques, menu development, and modern plating and presentation techniques, coupled with his ability to maintain the highest standards of kitchen cleanliness and sanitation, make him a valuable addition to the team.

The chef has also established a firm foothold on the world map through his prominent roles, including Sous Chef at Aloft Perth, Paparazzi in Mandurah, and Best Western in Tamworth. Internationally, he has significantly contributed as a Sous Chef at the Majestic Hotel Tower and Omnia by Silvena Rowe in Dubai. His career is notable for his successful pre-opening experiences, making him well-suited for innovative culinary projects.

“We are thrilled to have Chef Visu join our team,” said Vivek Sharma, General Manager at Bengaluru Marriott Hotel Whitefield. “His passion for culinary excellence and extensive experience in Italian and Mediterranean cuisines will undoubtedly enhance our offerings at Alto Vino. We look forward to the creativity and expertise he will bring to our guests.”

He further stated, “Guests can look forward to a revitalised menu at our Italian fine dining in Alto Vino, featuring an array of innovative dishes that blend traditional flavours with modern techniques, all crafted under the expert guidance of Chef Visu.”

Chef Visu’s professional certifications include a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery from VETASSESS Australia, an International Certificate in Emergency First Aid at Work (HABC Level III), and a PIC Award certification based on Dubai Municipality requirements. His dedication to continuous learning and development in the culinary field is evident through his various accolades and industrial training experiences.