Purwansh Hetawal, Restaurant Manager of Ramnaa Hotel, Nominated for Restaurant Manager Award 2026

Purwansh Hetawal, Restaurant Manager at Ramnaa Hotel in Pithampur, India, has been nominated for the Restaurant Manager Award 2026, according to a 2026 nomination announcement. He currently oversees restaurant operations, staff management and service standards at the property, with the nomination recognising his role in food and beverage operations.

Purwansh Hetawal's Nomination and Current Role

The nomination recognises Hetawal’s position as Restaurant Manager at Ramnaa Hotel, where he has been serving since January 2026. Based in Pithampur, he is responsible for managing daily restaurant operations, maintaining service quality and ensuring compliance with operational procedures, the company said.

Operational Responsibilities

Hetawal oversees staff scheduling, team supervision and service delivery across restaurant areas. His responsibilities include training and mentoring employees on customer service practices and food safety standards, as well as implementing operational improvements based on guest feedback.

He also contributes to menu development by introducing new items aligned with customer preferences and seasonal availability.

Previous Experience

Prior to his current role, Hetawal worked as Team Leader at Radisson Blu Hotel in Indore from January 2025 to December 2025, where he was involved in staff training, team coordination and reporting to senior management.

He also served as Guest Services Supervisor at Lemon Tree Hotel in Indore between September 2023 and December 2024, overseeing guest services operations, implementing standard procedures and managing inventory and reporting functions.

Early Career and Training

Hetawal began his career as a Guest Service Associate at Lemon Tree Hotel from December 2021 to September 2023, handling guest interactions and service delivery. He started as an intern at the same property in 2021, gaining foundational experience in hospitality operations and customer service.

During his early roles, he developed skills in problem solving, coordination and guest satisfaction through direct interaction with hotel guests and operational teams.

Education and Background

He completed a Food and Beverage Service Operation course from the Government Industrial Training Institute, Indore, in 2019. He also completed his higher secondary education under the MP Board in 2020. He is proficient in Hindi and English.

The Restaurant Manager Award 2026 process is currently ongoing, with nominees under evaluation based on their operational performance and experience in the hospitality sector.