Charles Somasekar is a seasoned hospitality leader with an impressive global career devoted to elevating food and beverage operations in luxury hotels. Currently serving as the Executive Assistant Manager at Park Hyatt Jakarta since August 2025, Charles brings a wealth of experience, strategic insight, and commitment to exceptional guest experiences.
With a career spanning multiple continents, Charles has held pivotal roles such as Director of Food and Beverage at Hyatt Regency Hong Kong Tsim Sha Tsui and Black Sheep Restaurants in Hong Kong, alongside leadership positions within renowned hospitality groups in Canada and Thailand. His expertise encompasses entrepreneurship development, leadership, project management, business development, asset management, and financial analysis.
Charles’s leadership style centers on people development, creativity, and delivering outcomes that consistently surpass expectations. He believes in nurturing the next generation of hospitality leaders through mentorship and innovation, all while enhancing the guest journey with fresh, well-executed F&B concepts.
Throughout his career, Charles has demonstrated a proven track record of opening new venues, launching distinctive dining experiences, and elevating heritage locations. He focuses on fostering an entrepreneurial mindset and building a championship-winning team. His expertise extends beyond food and beverage operations to include excellence in guest experience, exceptional hospitality, and the effective use of digital marketing tools to enhance brand presence.
At Park Hyatt Jakarta, Charles is instrumental in driving operational excellence, innovative food and beverage offerings, and fostering a culture of growth and creativity that aligns with luxury hospitality standards.
His passion and dedication continue to inspire teams and captivate guests, positioning him as one of the most influential hoteliers shaping the modern luxury hospitality landscape.