Simon Barnett has been appointed as General Manager at Four Seasons Jakarta
Having recently transferred from Singapore to Jakarta, Simon Barnett brings a wealth of international experience to his new role as General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta.
A veteran hotelier with 30 years in the industry, including over a decade with Four Seasons, Simon embodies a rare combination of operational and sales and marketing experience. Starting out in the front office of a five-star hotel is Brisbane, Australia, he ventured into various departments, including concierge and reservations before discovering a strong affinity with sales.
In 2011, Simon joined Four Seasons Hotel Sydney as Director of Catering and Conference Services, rapidly earning a promotion to Director of Marketing. It was around this time that he felt an increasing urge to return to operations and to take on a role that would encompass the Hotel in its entirety. His transition to Hotel Manager in Sydney was followed by a move to Four Seasons Hotel Singapore where he served simultaneously as Hotel Manager and Director of Marketing.
On the cards is a series of curated experiences and exciting offers, designed to showcase the best of the Four Seasons lifestyle - from staying in splendid suites and discovering the Hotel's in-house art collection, to savouring sky-high gastronomy and sipping storied cocktails. Local residents can also look forward to glamorous functions featuring the Indonesia Classic Car Owners Club and an art-inspired calendar of events, featuring collaborations with an artist-in-residence program.
Growing up in the suburbs of Melbourne, young Simon loved to visit Lygon Street, an Italian-Greek neighbourhood filled with family-run restaurants.
As a leader, Simon strives to foster a similar sense of mutual care in his teams.
When he's not at work, you're likely to find Simon exploring new restaurants and bars with his wif, Bozenka. The couple is excited to immerse in Jakarta's vibrant food culture and discover its live music circuit. They also love to go for long walks with their dog Kanga, who is very much part of the family "this is her fifth country with us!"
The city's CrossFit enthusiasts might occasionally bump into Simon, who has been following the fitness regime for years - not just for its health benefits but also for its sense of community. As a former rugby player and lifelong fan, he also finds plenty of inspiration in captains such as Nick Farr-Jones and John Eales.