Gopinath K: 16 Years of Excellence in Banqueting & Hotel Events – HCP F&B Leader Award 2025 Nominee

Meet Gopinath K – F&B Manager at Lemon Tree Hotels (Keys Select), Bangalore

Gopinath K., currently leading as the Food and Beverage Manager at Lemon Tree Hotels (Keys Select), Bangalore, is a seasoned professional with a powerful legacy of 16+ years in the Indian hospitality industry. From banquet captain to banquet manager, and now heading operations at one of Bangalore’s busiest hospitality hubs, Gopinath’s nomination for the People’s Choice – HCP F&B Leader Award 2025 reflects a journey built on commitment, consistency, and operational mastery.

Gopinath’s roots lie in Pondicherry, and over the years, he has shaped and led operations in top-tier hotels such as GRT Grand Madurai, Accord Puducherry, The Sunway Manor, Le Royal Park, and Hotel Surguru. His skillset spans everything from pre-opening operations, team building, and guest satisfaction to cost control, event execution, and vendor negotiation.

In his current leadership role at Lemon Tree Hotels, he spearheads banquet planning, event logistics, team scheduling, SOP implementation, and guest feedback management. His ability to coordinate large teams for seamless event execution, all while adhering to strict budgets and schedules, has made him a go-to expert in event-based hospitality management.

Key milestones from Gopinath’s career:

• Promoted across every role from banquet coordinator to banquet manager

• Managed high-volume banquet spaces for up to 500+ pax in Pondicherry

• Successfully led pre-opening teams and set up full F&B departments

• Conducted audits, training programs, and daily operational reports

• Excelled in software tools such as WIN HMS, Champagne, and Microsoft Suite

Gopinath's leadership is people-focused—he’s known for mentoring junior team members and building highly engaged banquet teams. His attention to detail, client-centric planning, and high service standards are why guests return and teams thrive.

Outside of work, he enjoys food preparation and vegetable carving, and is passionate about learning new languages—traits that further enrich his connection with both guests and colleagues.

Fluent in English and Tamil, and with formal training from Mahalashmi Institute of Hotel Management, Gopinath brings together tradition, professionalism, and modern operations in every role he takes on.

His nomination for the HCP F&B Leader Award 2025 celebrates a true professional whose long-term contributions continue to uplift the standards of Indian banquet and hospitality services.