Ranjita Das Joins Courtyard Marriott Mahabaleshwar as Learning lead
Courtyard by Marriott Mahabaleshwar appoints Ranjita Das as Assistant Manager of Learning & Development to lead training and employee engagement.
Punita Thakur 
Courtyard by Marriott Mahabaleshwar has appointed Ranjita Das as Assistant Manager of Learning & Development, reinforcing its focus on structured training and employee capability building. With over five years of experience in the hospitality sector, she takes on the role with a mandate to strengthen internal learning frameworks and support workforce development across departments.
Role and Responsibilities as Assistant Manager of Learning & Development
In her new position, Ranjita Das will lead the hotel’s learning and development initiatives, focusing on enhancing employee skills, strengthening service standards, and aligning training programs with operational requirements. Her responsibilities include designing and implementing training modules, supporting leadership development, and ensuring consistent delivery of brand-aligned service practices in hospitality sector.
Ranjita Das will also work closely with department heads to identify skill gaps, develop targeted training interventions, and improve overall employee engagement. The role involves building structured learning systems that contribute to both operational efficiency and service quality.
Ranjita Das as Assistant Manager of Learning & Development
Assistant Manager of Learning & Development function plays a critical role in hospitality operations, directly influencing guest experience and service consistency. Ranjita’s mandate includes fostering a culture of continuous learning, supporting career progression, and strengthening employee engagement through structured development initiatives.
Her approach focuses on creating impactful training programs that align with evolving operational needs while maintaining consistency in service delivery. By enhancing employee capabilities, the role contributes to building a stable and performance-driven workforce.
Ranjita Das: Professional Background and Experience
Ranjita Das brings diverse experience across leading hospitality brands, with exposure to both operational and guest-facing roles. Prior to this appointment, she was associated with The Leela Palace, New Delhi, where she served as Assistant Restaurant Manager.
Her career also includes roles with Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru and Lemon Tree Premiere Hyderabad. Where she developed a strong understanding of guest engagement, operational standards, and service excellence. This cross-functional experience supports her ability to design practical and effective training programs tailored to operational realities.
Ranjita Das: Academic and Professional Development
Ranjita Das holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality and Hotel Management from NCHMCT, Noida. In addition to her academic qualifications, she has completed certifications in Inclusive Leadership and Unconscious Bias, strengthening her ability to contribute to modern workplace practices and inclusive team environments.
Her educational background, combined with practical industry exposure, provides a foundation for managing learning and development functions in a structured and strategic manner.
Leadership Perspective and Current Status
Rahul Janve, General Manager, Courtyard by Marriott Mahabaleshwar, said the appointment supports the hotel’s focus on building strong internal capabilities. And enhancing the associate experience. He noted that her expertise in people development and operations will contribute to strengthening training frameworks and overall team performance.
Ranjita Das as Assistant Manager of Learning & Development is currently overseeing training initiatives, employee engagement programs, and leadership development efforts at the property.
