Kabeer TV, Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi

About Kabeer
Kabeer TV, Environment Health and safety (EHS) Manager joined with IHG group in 2007 as Food safety and Hygiene officer. His passion towards a healthy, greener and sustainable environment led him to achieve a role as EHS Manager. Being in this position, Kabeer has succeeded in driving sustainable business practices in the Hotel and ensuring their success over the long term, which involves best practices in different departments to reduce the environmental impacts from their work activities. The success of the implementation of Green initiative is by maintaining awareness about the “Green Initiative” importance, staying motivated and enjoying the journey to creating a sustainable business.

Above and beyond the call of duty…
Kabeer started his new role- EHSMS Manager with the understanding that by applying the passion for sustainability it can bring about changes for both the business you are in and the environment. He formed Green Hippo team (a group of colleagues from within the hotel who have joined together to take on responsible business projects) with members from different departments to drive the green engage initiatives. He joined with Heroes of the UAE team, Kabeer initiated the pledge to save water and energy program in the Hotel. 137 colleagues pledged in this programme. Kabeer has succeeded in achieving an appreciation letter from Abu Dhabi Food Control Authority in maintaining the food safety system in the Hotel. He actively participated in the charity campaign organised by the hotel to donate a 32 seater mini bus to Al Noor School (AED 150,000). Sustainability in the business can only be achieved by creating a positive culture in the business; Kabeer has supported the hotel with passion and dedication to develop a sustainable culture by providing awareness programs, putting targets and objectives and driving other departments to implement best practices – in reducing the impact on the environment and to save on utility bills.

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Testimonials for Kabeer
"Kabeer has proven to be a pillar to the success of my food and beverage operation. His vast knowledge of EHS paired with an analytical mind and a determined and focused approach help the culinary with F&B team to achieve highest compliance scores with the latest HACCP and Food Hygiene Standards. His determination to support enables even sister properties to benefit from Kabeer's abilities." Benjamin Tenius, food and beverage manager.

"Due to Kabeer's vast knowledge he has become one of the advisors at Corporate Level within the group, yet he is very humble when it comes to recognising his efforts. Kabeer is a strength to the team here at Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi." Khaled Zaki, resident manager.

"When it comes to Kabeer the first thing that strikes you is what a good role model he is as a team player and as a leader. He sets the standards high in terms of expectations and delivers every single time on those expectations." Sabah Navel, director of human resources.