Vilamendhoo Management

As the General Manager, Zahir strategically leads all operations to ensure the resort continuously exceeds all expectations. Zahir first joined the Crown & Champa Resorts’ group in 1989 and has extensive experience in various departments within the hospitality industry. He is originally from the capital of Baa Atoll, Eydhafushi and his hobbies include football, swimming and fishing.

Josef is from Salzburg, Austria with extensive hospitality experience across four continents (Europe, Australia, Asia, and Africa) such as Austria, Switzerland, Algeria, Malaysia, Egypt, Singapore, Australia, China, Sweden, Russia, and Qatar with humble beginnings as Chef, F&B Manager, Operations Manager, Director of Operations. He embarked on his new journey as General Manager with JUFA Hotels, Austria in 2017. After 2 years, he received a good opportunity as Interim General Manager with Sheraton Club des Pines Resort, Algeria. In 2021, he moved back to Austria as a General Manager for a new opening holiday resort, Berghof Boutique Apartments in Salzburg. As the Resort Manager, he assists the General Manager in managing the daily operations to increase guest satisfaction and employee productivity. His hobbies are swimming, traveling and going to the gym.

Markus, a Swiss national, started his journey as Executive Chef in 2023 in the Maldives. In operations, he oversees the kitchen and ensures the quality of food items. He has vast experience in the hospitality industry for over 30 years in various countries such as Switzerland, Australia, UAE, Bahrain, Indonesia, and Vietnam. His hobbies are football, collecting cookbooks, and watching movies.

Rilwan joined the Crown & Champa Resorts’ group in 2009 and transferred Vilamendhoo in 2016. He holds a diploma in hospitality management from the Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Studies and efficiently manages all bookings made by guests on the various platforms. Rilwan was born and raised in H.dh. Nolhivaran and speaks fluent Hindi.

Siraj joined in 1998 and transferred to Vilamendhoo in 2016. He holds several qualifications, including a bachelor of honours in hospitality and tourism management from Taylor’s University in Malaysia. Siraj overseas the operational management of the department to ensure that guests enjoy varied dining experiences. His hometown is Mahibadhoo, the capital of Alif Dhaal Atoll and enjoys sports fishing.

Ismail joined the Vilamendhoo team as a receptionist in January of 2013, in just four years he was promoted to Supervisor in January 2017, and because of his dedication to his work, he advance to Assistant Front Office Manager. As his passion and perseverance for his profession in Hospitality Industry continue growing, this year he climb to the position of Front Office Manager. He was born and raised in Dhangethi located at South Ari Atoll and flourish his knowledge in Dhangethi School. He was zealous of football games and he love watching movies during his spare time.

Adil organises and maintains the schedule of activities for guests to enjoy while on holiday.

Zubair joined in 2007 as private dhoni supervisor and was promoted several times over the years to his current position, held since 2015. He ensures memorable experiences while enforcing guest’s safety on the resorts boat fleet, including transfers, excursions and scuba diving trips. Zubair was born and raised in Mahibadhoo, Maldives. He is an excellent musician and enjoys singing.

Farheen joined Vilamendhoo in 2018, she is responsible for the Guest Services department. She started as a student in the Tourism industry in 2015 with Constance Academy Training Centre in Mauritius. She worked in Constance Le Prince Maurice & Constance Ephelia Seychelles. Farheen routinely ensures that solid customer service procedures are in place. She was born in Mauritius and speaks fluent English and French. Her hobbies are diving, snorkeling & travelling.

Zi Hui joined the Vilamendhoo team as Assistant Human Resources Manager in July 2019 and was promoted to Human Resources Manager. She began her career as Guest Services Agent and move her career path to Human Resources Department. Three years prior to moving to the Maldives, she became the Assistant Human Resources Manager with The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa, Malaysia. As her passion for the hospitality industry and Human Resources Management is growing, she continuously shows her strong dedication and good performance. She always believes that it is important to create positivity in the workplace and be a good listener to the employees. She is responsible for improving Employee Engagement, Employee Welfare, and Recruitment of the resort. She is from Ipoh Perak, Malaysia. She enjoys watching movies, listening to music and her favourite sport is badminton.

Nasraf joined CCR Group Resorts in 2010 and began his purchasing career in 2014, and since then, he has been promoted twice over the years until his current position.Nasraf ensures to provide resort requirements (foods and general items) to bring on time without fail. He was born and raised in Kolhufushi, Meem Atoll, Republic of Maldives. During his free time, he loves to exercise, play games, football, and fish.