I-Professional Housekeepers Association (I-PHA), India and Clean India Journal joined hands and hosted a competition to celebrate the International Housekeepers Appreciation Week 2024. A report…
Grand Hyatt, Mumbai Hotel and Residences
– Minar Hafiz Aliyar & Team
Minar Hafiz Aliyar, Executive Housekeeper at Grand Hyatt, Mumbai, with over 17 years of experience in housekeeping & laundry operations, has worked with several international hotel brands. Minar’s expertise includes hotel renovation, refurbishment and rebranding processes.
The celebration of International Housekeepers Week 2024 at Grand Hyatt, Mumbai included fun-filled activities such as housekeepers participating in a blindfolded paired bed-making activity and the hotel management team engaging in a friendly bed-making competition. The excitement culminated in a winners’ prize-giving ceremony, and a grand snack buffet, ensuring a celebration that honours the dedication and teamwork of all involved.
“Continuing to maintain the hotel’s legacy, the team has performed exceptionally well in the last year, providing seamless services to our demanding guest needs especially considering the property is undergoing the much-needed renovation for the guest rooms and the public areas in part. Understanding the nature of the Housekeeping job requires humongous efforts, tirelessly put in by each staff member to achieve the desired results,” shares Minar.
Planet Hollywood, Thane City
– Rizwan Khan & Team
Rizwan Khan, Executive Housekeeper at Planet Hollywood Thane City, has over 20 years of experience in maintaining cleanliness and hospitality standards. He has worked with renowned brands, including ITC Fortune, Hilton, Holiday Inn and now Planet Hollywood. He is dedicated to excellence and leads the team with passion and commitment.
The celebration of International Housekeepers Week 2024 at Planet Hollywood, Thane City included games, activities and embarking on a green initiative with the planting of 50 saplings. Additionally, the team contributed groceries and stationery to those in need, culminating in a heartfelt appreciation and recognition of the hard work and dedication of the housekeeping family.
“Our success stems from fostering a culture of excellence, continuous training, and empowering team members to take ownership of their work. As a part of the work culture, we imbibe the values to treat both our internal and external guests as celebrities and treat them with top notch hospitality,” shares Rizwan.
The Park, New Delhi
– Avneet Sahi & Team
Avneet Sahi, Associate Director, Housekeeping is a young hotelier driven by passion in his pursuit to perfection and meticulously eye to details.
The celebration of International Housekeepers Week 2024 at The Park, New Delhi included popular games, towel art, a “Guess the Room Amenities Cost” challenge, highlighting their attention to detail, exciting quiz competition and an extra bed setup challenge. The winners were honoured and all the staff members were appreciated for their dedication and teamwork.
“I am deeply committed to elevating our housekeeping standards and fostering a supportive environment for my team at The Park, New Delhi. Through mentorship and a focus on continuous improvement, I strive to create a lasting impact that enhances both our guests’ experiences and the professionalism in our industry,” shares Avneet.
