Susmita Talukder Nominated for Restaurant Manager Award 2026

Susmita Talukder, Assistant Restaurant Manager at Courtyard by Marriott Chennai, has been nominated for the Restaurant Manager Award 2026, according to a nomination announcement released in June 2026. Based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Talukder oversees restaurant operations, team supervision and guest service standards at the property. The nomination recognizes her contribution to food and beverage operations within the hospitality sector.

Susmita Talukder's Nomination for Restaurant Manager Award 2026

The nomination recognizes Talukder’s current role as Assistant Restaurant Manager at Courtyard by Marriott Chennai, a position she has held since April 2026. The company said she is responsible for managing daily restaurant operations, monitoring service standards and supporting departmental performance objectives.

Current Responsibilities at Courtyard by Marriott Chennai

According to the company, Talukder handles shift operations, supervises team members and conducts employee training and evaluations. Her responsibilities include preparing staff rosters, leading daily briefings, resolving guest concerns and monitoring guest satisfaction performance.

She is also responsible for maintaining operational standards, ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures and supporting the achievement of departmental targets and monthly budgets.

Previous Hospitality Experience

Before joining Courtyard by Marriott Chennai, Talukder served as Food and Beverage Executive at Courtyard by Marriott Trichy from September 2024 to April 2026. Earlier, she worked as Food and Beverage Executive at Taj Connemara Chennai between June 2023 and June 2024 and held a similar position at The Residency Towers Coimbatore from November 2022 to June 2023.

Her career also includes experience as Guest Relation Executive at PVR Gold Logix City Centre Noida, where she managed guest assistance, reservations, staff training and customer satisfaction initiatives.

Industry Background and Career Development

Talukder has nearly eight years of experience in hospitality and food and beverage operations. She previously worked as Guest Service Associate and Food and Beverage Hostess at Radisson Blu Udaipur Palace Resort & Spa and as Food and Beverage Hostess at Conrad Bengaluru.

Throughout her career, she has gained experience in guest relations, restaurant operations, service delivery, employee development and customer engagement across hotel and hospitality environments.

Education and Professional Qualifications

Talukder holds a Diploma in Hospitality Travel and Customer Service from the Frankfinn Institute of Air Hostess Training. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from the University of Calcutta in 2017 and completed her schooling in West Bengal.

The Restaurant Manager Award 2026 evaluation process is currently ongoing, with nominees being assessed based on their professional experience, operational responsibilities and contributions to restaurant management.