Tarif Ali Gets Restaurant Manager Award 2026 Nomination

Tarif Ali, Food & Beverage Executive at ITC Mughal in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, has been nominated for the Restaurant Manager Award 2026, according to a nomination announcement made in 2026. The recognition highlights his role in managing bar operations, beverage portfolios and guest service delivery at the property.

Nomination and Current Role

The nomination acknowledges Ali’s current position at ITC Mughal, a large hospitality property in Agra, where he oversees bar operations at Maikhana and manages the beverage portfolio. According to available information, he is responsible for supervising daily service, ensuring compliance with operational standards and maintaining guest experience benchmarks.

The company said his role also includes handling high-profile guests and contributing to service delivery across multiple food and beverage outlets.

Operational Responsibilities

Ali manages food and beverage service operations, including bar service, inventory control and adherence to quality, safety and hygiene standards. His responsibilities include analyzing sales data and guest preferences to support revenue forecasting and operational planning.

He is also responsible for ensuring correct use of food and beverage terminology, maintaining service quality and implementing procedures aligned with company standards, including internal audit compliance.

Financial and Administrative Functions

His role includes monitoring financial performance through cost control measures, identifying revenue opportunities and supporting promotional activities to improve sales. He maintains operational records, prepares reports on inventory and material usage and coordinates requisitions for supplies and equipment.

According to available records, he contributes to business planning through analysis of operational data and implementation of process improvements.

Team Management and Guest Services

Ali is involved in managing personnel functions, including staff deployment, training and performance monitoring. He conducts on-the-job training for service staff and works with restaurant leadership to allocate resources based on guest demand.

He also handles guest interactions, resolves service-related issues and ensures consistent service delivery across diverse customer segments.

Career Background and Education

Ali has over four years of experience in food and beverage operations, guest services and quality assurance in the hospitality industry. He has gained exposure to banquet operations, executive lounge services and all-day dining functions, including participation in large-scale events and VIP guest services.

He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Agra, an MBA in Hospitality Management from Mahatma Gandhi University, Meghalaya, and a diploma in hospitality and management from Singapore. The Restaurant Manager Award 2026 process is currently ongoing, with nominees under evaluation.