Rajesh Mani

Hospitality leader - Rooms Division & Housekeeping

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

About

Managed multiple priorities and operational demands effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities, providing consistent support to staff, and efficiently fulfilling housekeeping responsibilities. With nearly 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, including 22 years in leadership roles as a Department Head, I have gained extensive exposure to diverse challenges and varied work cultures. My 29 years tenure with the Taj Group has equipped me with robust managerial skills, operational expertise, and refined leadership techniques. This experience also provided valuable international exposure through key assignments at Taj Shebaa, Yemen, and Taj Denis Island, Seychelles, where I led the Housekeeping Department. As a member of the pre-opening and takeover teams, I successfully contributed to operational enhancements and drove significant improvements within the department. Core Strengths: • Extensive industry exposure and hands-on experience • Strong work ethic and commitment to excellence • Proven leadership in pre-opening and takeover operations Achievements: • Nominee for Best Housekeeper of the Year (Hotelier Awards, 2009–10) • Recipient of the TABE Award 2014 (Taj Annual Business Excellence Award) for Best Housekeeping Team in the Luxury category

Experience

  • Director Of Housekeeping at TAJ Coromandel Hotel (Chennai)
    Dec 2021 - Jan 2026 · 4 yrs 2 mos

  • Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces (25 yrs 4 mos)
    • Executive Housekeeper
      Jun 2014 - Jan 2022 · 7 yrs 8 mos

      Taj Coromandel, Chennai

    • Executive Housekeeper
      May 2006 - Jun 2014 · 8 yrs 2 mos

      Taj Krishna, Hyderabad

    • Executive Housekeeper
      Apr 2004 - Apr 2006 · 2 yrs 1 mo

      Taj Denis Island, Seychelles