JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar Appoints Mariki Sayles as Director Global F&B Expert

Mumbai, September 2025:JWMarriottMumbaiSaharisdelightedtowelcomeMarikiSaylesasits new Director of Food & Beverage, bringing over adecadeofdistinguishedinternationalexperience spanning India, New York, and beyond. This accomplished hospitality leader,honoredasMixologist of the Year by The Times of India and serving as a judge at ProWine Mumbai 2024, has established himself as one of the industry's most innovative and forward-thinking executives.

Mariki's impressive career encompasses directing beverage operations for Bastian Hospitality's celebrated venues across India, spearheading transformative consulting projects nationwide, and contributing to the world-renowned beverage program at New York's Michelin-starred Le Bernardin. Throughoutherjourney,shehasconsistentlydevelopedandelevatedcutting-edgebarand restaurant concepts, masterfully combining operational precision with imaginative storytelling to create memorable guest experiences.

In her new position at JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar, Mariki will lead the comprehensive Food & Beverage operations, orchestrating strategy, innovation, and exceptional guest experiences acrossthe hotel's acclaimed dining establishments, sophisticated banquet facilities,anddistinctivelounges.This strategic appointment reflects the hotel's unwavering dedication to maintaining its position at the pinnacle of Mumbai's luxury hospitality sector.

 "JWMarriottissynonymouswithinternational standards of excellence, and I am thrilled to contribute to this legacy atJWMarriottMumbaiSahar. My vision is to elevate our food and beverage experiences to not only match global benchmarks but also redefine them for the Mumbai market—curating concepts that are innovative, immersive, and unforgettable."

Mariki Sayles

Withherdemonstratedexpertiseinharmonizingcreativity,meticulousattentiontodetail,andstrategic businessinsight,Mariki'sleadershippromisestotransformthehotel'sculinaryandbeverageofferings, further cementing JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar's reputation as the Gateway to Mumbai and an undisputed pioneer in hospitality excellence.