In a move that underscores its commitment to inspired dining and people-led hospitality, Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata has announced the appointment of Prasanta Nandi as its new Director of Food & Beverage. With more than 15 years of experience across luxury and upper-upscale hospitality, Prasanta steps into the role with a clear vision—create memorable dining experiences by empowering people and delivering consistent performance.
Prasanta’s career began where hospitality truly lives—on the operations floor. From restaurants and bars to banqueting and outdoor catering, his early years were shaped by hands-on guest interaction and real-world problem-solving. Over time, this operational grounding helped him grow into senior leadership roles spanning food & beverage operations, beverage management, sales, and strategic leadership.
His professional journey includes working with some of the most respected names in the industry, including Hyatt, Marriott, and The Leela Group. Along the way, he has successfully set up and stabilized multi-outlet F&B operations, managed large-scale banquets and high-profile events, and strengthened financial performance through disciplined yet flexible leadership.
Prasanta’s impact has not gone unnoticed. He has been honoured with prestigious accolades such as BW Hotelier National Zone Winner – Head of F&B (2024–25) and the F&B Manager Award by IHC London and IIHM (2023). His teams have also been part of landmark events and have served global leaders—experiences that have added depth, responsibility, and perspective to his leadership style.
Dining destinations under his guidance have received industry-wide recognition. YAYAvar earned accolades from the Times of India Food and Nightlife Awards 2025 and ET F&B Leaders East, while Cal-On was recognised by the NDTV Food Awards and The Economic Times Restaurant and Nightlife Awards. These honours speak not just of creativity, but of consistency, collaboration, and shared ownership across teams.
Ask Prasanta about his proudest achievement, and awards won’t top the list. For him, success lies in building teams that grow in confidence, take pride in their craft, and genuinely enjoy creating experiences guests connect with. His belief is simple yet powerful: when people feel trusted and supported, strong results naturally follow.
As Director of Food & Beverage, Prasanta now oversees the hotel’s complete F&B ecosystem—restaurants, bars, banquets, and overall dining strategy. His focus is firmly set on operational excellence, financial performance, concept relevance, and continuous people development. Every guest touchpoint, he believes, should reflect quality, consistency, and the vibrant spirit of the Hyatt Centric brand.
Beyond the hotel, Prasanta is an avid traveller with a special fondness for rural India. Exploring regional cultures, cuisines, and food traditions fuels his creativity and keeps him grounded. Long road journeys and quiet moments of self-reflection often provide him with clarity and fresh perspective—elements that subtly influence his leadership and culinary vision.
Hyatt Centric is a collection of full-service, modern boutique hotels designed for curious travellers who want to be at the centre of the action. Each property connects guests to the local pulse through thoughtfully designed spaces, social lobbies, and restaurants that double as neighbourhood hotspots. With locally inspired food, signature cocktails, and a team passionate about sharing insider tips, Hyatt Centric ensures guests experience the destination, not just stay in it.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation is a leading global hospitality company guided by its purpose—to care for people so they can be their best. Headquartered in Chicago, Hyatt’s portfolio spans over 1,400 hotels and all-inclusive properties across 79 countries, offering a diverse range of luxury, lifestyle, inclusive, classic, and essentials brands that cater to every kind of traveller.
Media Contact:
Riyan Banerjee
Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata
📞 +91 8420033706
✉️ riyan.banerjee@hyatt.com
With Prasanta Nandi at the helm of its food and beverage operations, Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata is poised to elevate its dining narrative—where people, culture, and performance come together to create experiences worth remembering.
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