Mr. Zaffar Rahman Appointed as General Manager at The Fern Residency, Hubballi

With nearly two decades of experience in the food and beverage industry, Zaffar Rahman has been appointed as General Manager at The Fern Residency, Hubballi, where he will lead hotel operations, drive guest satisfaction and guide his team towards delivering excellence in service and performance.


Zaffar’s expertise lies in food and beverage, supported by a City & Guilds qualification, and is enriched by his experience across diverse markets including India, Singapore, and Germany. This rich background fuels his passion for excellence, and in his current role as General Manager, he is committed to achieving ambitious growth targets by delivering exceptional service standards and building a high-performing team dedicated to setting new benchmarks in guest satisfaction and revenue achievement. His focus on operational efficiency and people-first leadership is expected to play a key role in the hotel’s continued success and market positioning.

The Fern Residency, Solapur Appointed Mr. Sajin Natarajan as the new General Manager

The Fern Residency, Solapur is proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Sajin Natarajan as its new General Manager. With an impressive 18 years of experience across various domains of the hospitality industry, including Food and Beverage service, sales, and front office operations, Mr. Natarajan brings a wealth of expertise to this key leadership role.

A graduate in B. Com Hotel Management and Catering Technology from Kerala University, Sajin has built a distinguished career, having held important positions at prestigious hospitality brands such as Sarovar Hotels, Jumeirah Hotels, and Hilton Hotels. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a keen ability to deliver exceptional guest service, streamline operations, and drive business growth.

In his new capacity, Mr. Natarajan is committed to enhancing the guest experience at The Fern Residency, Solapur by implementing strategic policies and initiatives designed to boost guest satisfaction. He aims to foster a positive and collaborative work culture, promote staff development, and strengthen relationships with stakeholders to ensure the hotel’s long-term success. His passion for excellence and his hands-on approach to management position him as the ideal leader to take The Fern Residency, Solapur, to greater heights in both service quality and operational efficiency.

The Fern Hotels & Resorts Appoints New Operations Managers Across Properties

Mumbai, May 24, 2024: The Fern Hotels & Resorts announces the appointment of Operations Managers at three of its hotels and resorts.

Vivek Pillai- Operations Manager at The Fern Residency, Bhiwandi-Pimplas

With a seventeen-year tenure in hospitality encompassing revenue management, profit & loss and budget management, Vivek Pillai is entrusted with the role of Operations Manager at The Fern Residency, Bhiwandi-Pimplas. In his new role, he will be responsible for driving the team towards operational success. Vivek’s journey includes roles with renowned establishments such as the ITC and Taj Group, and The Cricket Club of India.

 Malsingh Khangarot- Operations Manager at The Fern Residency, Vadodara

Malsingh Khangarot takes over as Operations Manager of The Fern Residency, Vadodara, bringing seventeen years of experience in hospitality. With a strong background in Operations and Revenue, and expertise in managing OTA, Khangarot’s responsibilities will include overseeing hotel operations, managing budgets and ensuring guest satisfaction. His rich background features key positions at Hotel Redfox Jaipur by Lemon Tree and Regenta Central Jaipur by Royal Orchid.

 Gopal Choudhary- Operations Manager at Avins Beacon Resort, Udaipur

Gopal Choudhary takes over as Operations Manager at Avins Beacon Resort, Udaipur bringing twelve years of experience in hospitality. In his new role, Gopal will leverage his expertise to drive operational excellence, elevate guest satisfaction and contribute to the overall success of the establishment. His journey includes roles with renowned establishments such as Sarovar Premiere Jaipur and The Fern Residency Jaipur.