BENGALURU, May 30, 2026: The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore has announced the appointment of Saif Siddiqui as its new Hotel Manager. Bringing close to two decades of international hospitality experience across Asia’s leading luxury destinations, Saif joins the hotel with deep expertise in luxury dining, guest engagement and experiential hospitality.
A graduate of the Institute of Hotel Management Goa, Saif began his career with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts in Mumbai in 2008. His professional journey has since taken him across Singapore, Kyoto, Maldives and Vietnam, where he has led luxury hospitality operations spanning restaurants, bars, banqueting and in-room dining.
A certified Tea Master and sommelier, Saif has built a strong reputation for creating experiential dining concepts and driving beverage innovation, including the launch of one of Singapore’s Peranakan afternoon tea experiences. His career highlights also include managing Michelin-starred restaurants and leading World Class beverage events. He was additionally part of the pre-opening team for Nobu Singapore at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore.
Known for his detail-oriented and hands-on leadership style, Saif brings a people-centric approach shaped by operational excellence, mentorship and cultural curiosity. This appointment also marks his first role as Hotel Manager.
“I am delighted to join The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore as Hotel Manager,” said Saif Siddiqui. “I look forward to working alongside the talented team to further elevate the guest experience while creating meaningful experiences that resonate with Bengaluru’s evolving luxury landscape.”
Commenting on the appointment, Reuben Kataria, General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore, said, “The Ritz-Carlton stands at a pivotal juncture, one where we are deliberately pushing boundaries, redefining norms, and challenging the status quo. In this phase of transformation, Saif is an exceptional fit within our vision.
His deep understanding of global luxury, combined with strong operational expertise and a refined global culinary perspective, positions him uniquely to elevate our journey. Equally important is his people-centric leadership style, which aligns seamlessly with our culture and ambitions. Saif’s addition is not just valuable; it is truly significant as we continue to shape the next chapter of The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore”
In his new role, Saif will oversee the hotel’s day-to-day operations and support its continued growth within Bengaluru’s luxury hospitality landscape.
Corporate Comm India (CCI Newswire)
