Oberoi Group launches employment programme RISE

Through RISE, the Oberoi Group aims at continuing its dedication to nurturing talent and empowering communities

The Oberoi Group launched a new employment and skill development programme RISE (Refine and Invest in Skill Enhancement programme) to offer education, training and guaranteed hospitality careers to young individuals from diverse backgrounds

According to the hospitality group, RISE aims to train 1,800–2,000 individuals annually starting next year.

The group said that the individuals will be trained in areas such as food & beverage service, kitchen operations, front office, housekeeping and laundry.

Through RISE, the Oberoi Group aims at continuing its dedication to nurturing talent and empowering communities. Selection will be carried out through top skilling organisations such as Job Plus, the Hospitality Skill Council (THSC), and the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), it said.

"The RISE Programme is a reflection of our enduring commitment to excellence while contributing to communities we serve. Inspired by the values of our founder, Rai Bahadur MS Oberoi, who started his career as a Front Office Clerk, RISE embodies our belief that nurturing talent is essential to shaping the future of hospitality. As we celebrate 90 years of The Oberoi Group, this initiative highlights our vision of creating meaningful opportunities and a lasting legacy of care and service,” said Vikram Oberoi, CEO of The Oberoi Group.

This effort also commemorates the Group's extensive heritage while catering to the changing demands of the hospitality sector. Throughout its nine decades of operation, The Oberoi Group has been renowned for its exceptional hospitality standards, as well as for nurturing talent, promoting innovation, and contributing to positive societal change.

According to Shailja Singh, Chief Human Resources Officer of The Oberoi Group, this initiative underscores our commitment to inclusivity, growth, and excellence, ensuring that every participant emerges as a skilled professional ready for success. “We invite individuals aged 18-22 to embark on a rewarding hospitality career with The Oberoi Group,” Singh said.

According to The Oberoi Group’s press statement, the RISE programme goes beyond technical training. It plans to provide participants with life skills and the confidence to excel in their careers. Trainees also will receive comprehensive mentorship and hands-on experience at some of The Oberoi Group’s finest hotels. As part of the RISE Programme, participants will also receive compensation as they embark on a fulfilling career, with opportunities to learn, develop, and advance within the hospitality industry and beyond, stated the press statement.

The Oberoi Group, founded in 1934, currently operates 31 hotels and two Nile Cruisers. The Group has a presence in seven countries under the luxury ‘Oberoi’ and five-star ‘Trident’ brand. The Group is also engaged in flight catering, car rentals and corporate air charters.