Madifushi Private Island appoints Afeef as Front Office Manager; Haamid at Hulhule Island Hotel

The Hospitality division of Maldives Inflight Catering (MIC) Group — Hulhule Island Hotel and Madifushi Private Island — has announced the appointment of two seasoned professionals to key Front Office leadership roles within the esteemed hospitality group. Haamid Wajeeh has been named Front Office Manager of Hulhule Island Hotel, while Hassan Afeef Ahmed takes on the role of Front Office Manager at Madifushi Private Island. With their vast expertise and strong leadership, the group is elevating guest experiences and driving operational excellence across properties.

Hassan Afeef Ahmed – Front Office Manager, Madifushi Private Island

Hassan Afeef Ahmed’s journey in hospitality is one of dedication and progression, beginning as a Receptionist at Thulhaagiri Island Resort and rising through the ranks to leadership roles in prestigious properties. His experience includes working at Jumeirah Dhevanafushi Maldives, Siyam World (Pre-Opening Team), and most recently as Assistant Front Office Manager at OBLU Xperience Ailafushi.

Afeef is recognized for his exceptional people management skills and a ‘can-do’ attitude, which have actively driven team success and performance excellence of the property. His ability to foster guest satisfaction and lead dynamic teams makes him an invaluable addition to Madifushi Private Island.

Haamid Wajeeh – Front Office Manager, Hulhule Island Hotel

With over 14 years of expertise in front office operations, Haamid Wajeeh brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to Hulhule Island Hotel. His career journey includes key roles at renowned luxury resorts, including Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa, Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives, and Joy Island Maldives. Haamid’s strategic approach has led to business efficiencies, enhanced guest satisfaction, and award-winning initiatives such as family-friendly activities at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives.

His dedication to professional growth is reflected in his education at Swiss Hospitality Management School Lenk (SHML) and Durakjit Pundit University (DPU) in Bangkok, Thailand. Additionally, Haamid is a Certified Marriott Service Culture Champion, a testament to his commitment to service excellence.

Ali Shakir, Group General Manager of Maldives Inflight Catering Group, commented on the appointments, “We are thrilled to welcome Haamid Wajeeh and Hassan Afeef Ahmed to their new roles within our group. At MIC Group, we are committed to delivering the absolute best to our guests, and that starts with having the finest talent in the industry. Their wealth of experience and leadership capabilities will undoubtedly enhance our guest experience and operational excellence. They are great leaders joining exceptional teams, and we are excited to see their impact as we continue to grow and move forward. We look forward to seeing their contributions in shaping the future of Hulhule Island Hotel and Madifushi Private Island.”

These key appointments reflect Maldives Inflight Catering Group’s commitment to elevating hospitality standards and ensuring seamless guest experiences. With Haamid and Afeef at the helm of front office operations at Hulhule Island Hotel and Madifushi Private Island, MIC Group is confident in delivering unparalleled services and experiences.

Maldives Inflight Catering is renowned for its commitment to excellence, innovation and world-class guest experiences in hospitality and catering in the Maldives, serving a diverse clientele of international airlines and private jets. In addition to the Maldives Inflight Kitchen, MIC Group also manages Hulhule Island Hotel, the only airport hotel at Velana International Airport, and the exclusive Madifushi Private Island Maldives in Meemu Atoll.