The Peninsula New York announced Mr Rolf Buehlmann has been appointed General Manager, effective February 14, 2022.
With more than 20 years' experience in the hospitality industry, Mr Buehlmann’s most recent position began in January 2018 when he moved to Hong Kong to assume the position as Vice President, Rooms Operations and Quality for The Peninsula Hotels. During the past four years, he has led the enhancement of the guest experience for Front Office, Housekeeping and Spa as well as being instrumental in the group's innovation and technology efforts across the global rooms operations.
Prior to his position in Hong Kong, Mr Buehlmann was Resident Manager at The Peninsula Bangkok, a position he held for four years. His service with the company began in 2010 when he joined as the Executive Assistant Manager at the prestigious Hong Kong Club which is managed by Peninsula's Clubs and Consultancy Division. During his time there, he drove the club's major renovation project, which included redefining its Food & Beverage concepts, facilities, offerings, service quality and processes.
Mr Buehlmann has always been a hotelier. Prior to his career bringing him to Hong Kong, he held various posts in the Chinese mainland, the United States and his home country of Switzerland. Mr Buehlmann holds a Bachelor of Science in International Hospitality Management from the renowned Lausanne Hospitality Management School, Switzerland.
Speaking on his appointment, "For over 30 years, The Peninsula New York, with its iconic location in the heart of Manhattan has come to mean so much for New Yorkers and visitors alike. I am grateful to have the opportunity to lead the team in delivering the Peninsula experience to our guests,” said Mr Buehlmann. “For my family and I to return to the U.S. again, a country we love so much, we are thrilled, and I look forward to getting to know this great city and all of the incredible employees that makes The Peninsula New York what it is."