Rakesh Sharma Recognized in Hozpitality's Best 30 Housekeeping Leaders in the Middle East for 2024
Rakesh Sharma's inclusion in Hozpitality's Best 30 Housekeeping Leaders in the Middle East for 2024 celebrates his outstanding career and leadership as the Senior Director of Housekeeping at Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya.
With over twenty years of international experience across esteemed luxury hotel brands, Rakesh has left an indelible mark in the hospitality industry. His journey spans key roles at prestigious properties such as Four Seasons Hotels in Kuwait, Seychelles, India, China, and Mauritius, as well as significant contributions at Emirates Palace by Mandarin Oriental in the UAE, Fairmont Hotels in Egypt, and Waldorf Astoria Hotels in Egypt. Rakesh's expertise extends across various facets of hospitality operations, including housekeeping, laundry management, butler service, flower shop operations, and minibar management.
Rakesh is renowned for his passion for innovation and staying abreast of industry trends, particularly in room operations. His career highlights include successfully executing two rebranding projects with renovations in the Middle East and pre-opening roles for properties in India and China. Notably, his leadership was pivotal in achieving Forbes 5-star ratings for the Four Seasons Kuwait over two consecutive years.
Rakesh holds an International Executive MBA from United Business Institutes, further enhancing his strategic acumen and management prowess in global hospitality. Throughout his career, Rakesh Sharma has consistently demonstrated exceptional skills in complaint management, forecasting, and operational competencies. His leadership has been instrumental in driving operational excellence, maintaining high service standards, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across his teams.
Meela Seenarain
Dubai, United Arab Emirates UAE