| Name of Teaching Staff | Dr. Sarika Joshi |
| Designation | Assistant Professor |
| Qualifications | PhD, MHMCT, DHMCT, MPhil (English) |
| Profile |
Dr. Sarika Joshi is a committed academician who believes in the holistic development of students. She serves as the Student Welfare Officer and is actively engaged in community outreach activities, besides coordinating the National Service Scheme (NSS) at the institute.
She is also part of the Accommodation Department, where she contributes her expertise to both academics and departmental activities.
Dr. Joshi completed her PhD in Hotel Management in 2022. She has published 23 research papers in reputed national and international journals and holds two patents in the area of Hotel Housekeeping. She holds a Master’s in Hotel Management & Catering Technology from Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), and an MPhil in English from SPPU. She has been instrumental in training students in Spoken English and Personality Development,
adding immense value to their employability and confidence.
She began her career as a Front Office Assistant with The Pride Hotel, Pune. Her remarkable academic record inspired her to move from industry operations to academia. With over 9 years of industry experience and 11 years of teaching experience, she brings a balanced blend of practical knowledge and academic insights to the classroom.
She has been associated with AISSMS College of Hotel Management & Catering Technology since 2014, where she continues to mentor students and contribute to their overall growth through her multifaceted roles and responsibilities.
| Professional Experience Hotel/Organization | Designation | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pride Hotel, Pune | Front Office Assistant | 1998 | 2001 |
| Dr. DY Patil CHMCT | Lecturer | 2004 | 2010 |
| Shri G Hospitality Services | Guest Relation Manager | 2010 | 2013 |
| Pune Academy of Language Studies | Center Head | 2013 | 2014 |
| AISSMS CHMCT | Assistant Professor | 2014 | Till Date |
