Drawing on over two decades of experience in the F&B industry, Vassil Lazarov will oversee all the F&B outlets and operations in the hotel.
Dubai, UAE (June 2023): Grand Millennium Dubai is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Vassil Lazarov to the position of F&B Manager at the hotel. Vassil will now be in charge of coordinating all the F&B outlets at the property, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality for ultimate guest satisfaction. With his extensive knowledge and experience in the restaurant and hotel industry, Vassil is poised to lead the F&B department of this prominent hotel to new heights of excellence.
Vassil is a highly skilled hospitality professional known for his leadership abilities, management expertise, and operational acumen. His skill set encompasses various areas, including finance, payroll, accounting, and operations. He possesses a proven ability to apply visionary thinking, creative ideas, and innovative solutions to address business challenges successfully. A results-oriented individual, his leadership style fosters team spirit, inspires trust, and builds confidence across all business functions and levels.
Having worked in diverse hospitality establishments in Malta, Scotland, and now Dubai Vassil brings a wealth of experience to his new role. Prior to this role, he served as the F&B Manager at Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort from December 2020 to December 2022, where he led the F&B Department and oversaw the financial and quality performance of 11 F&B outlets and banqueting facilities accommodating up to 2000 guests. Vassil’s impressive career in the hospitality industry also includes positions at several renowned hotels in Dubai such as Novotel & Ibis, Dubai Deira City Centre, Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek, Long's Bar, Towers Rotana Hotel, and Q43, Media One Hotel.
As the F&B Manager at Grand Millennium Dubai, Vassil aims to instill a culture of collaboration from the top down. He wants all the outlets to be on the same page and work towards the common goal of creating a community hub that is warm, welcoming, and unpretentious. He will be a fresh pair of eyes to reevaluate the complete department, bringing innovation and out-of-the-box thinking in terms of promotions, concepts, and offerings.
With its prime location in Dubai, in Vassil’s mind, the hotel is perfectly positioned to become a thriving neighbourhood hangout spot that is fun and carefree. Vassil is determined to bring a casual environment to the hotel where all the staff are approachable, humble, and above all, offer guests an impeccable level of service. Vassil also wants to introduce a range of sustainability practices, including an exquisite sustainable cocktail menu, so that the hotel and all its outlets are doing their part for the environment.
"We are thrilled to announce Vassil’s appointment to the position of F&B Manager at Grand Millennium Dubai," said Blessen Thomas, Cluster HR Manager. "Vassil’s wealth of experience, leadership skills, and passion for excellence make him the ideal candidate to lead our F&B department. We are confident that his innovative approach and dedication to delivering outstanding customer experiences will drive our success and set new benchmarks for excellence."
An avid cyclist and gym enthusiast, in his spare time Vassil enjoys staying fit, which he feels in turn helps him excel at his job. With Vassil at the helm, Grand Millennium Dubai looks forward to further enhancing its reputation as a premier hospitality destination and providing unparalleled dining experiences to its guests.
