Ravi Chikkala has a diverse work experience in the hospitality industry. Ravi currently holds the position of Director of Banquets and Events at The Newbury Boston since April 2023. Prior to this, they served as the Associate Director of Banquets and Events at the same company from May 2022 to April 2023.
Before joining The Newbury Boston, Ravi worked at Brandeis University as the Director of Catering from November 2019 to May 2022. During their tenure, they successfully managed campus catering events and flawlessly executed various Presidential and Student Organization events.
Ravi's earlier experiences include working as a Catering Manager at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston from May 2015 to November 2019, a Senior Banquet Manager at Levy Restaurants from August 2014 to May 2015, and an Off-Premise Manager at Bertucci's from April 2012 to August 2014.
Ravi also has previous experience as a Restaurant Manager at Applebee's from July 2010 to February 2012, a Sales Manager/Catering Director at Bollywood Grill from May 2006 to July 2010, and a Restaurant Manager at Bombay Club from February 2003 to May 2006.
Ravi began their career as an Assistant Restaurant Manager at Grand Geneva Resort from June 2001 to September 2002. Throughout their career, Ravi has consistently demonstrated strong leadership skills, financial acumen, and a focus on delivering exceptional customer service.
Ravi Chikkala pursued their education in a chronological manner, starting with their Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management and Catering Technology from Osmania University, which they completed between the years 1994 and 1998. Following this, they furthered their education by obtaining a Master's degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management from Université d'Angers, which they accomplished between 1999 and 2001.
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