January MAG

The associates of the Engineering Department of Melia Kuala Lumpur organized the first Monthly Associate Gathering for the year. As it co-incided with the Chinese New Year celebration, the theme was Chinese New Year. The MAG saw a lion dance performance as well as fun games like Mandarin Oranges eating competition, Hula-Hop contest and Peanut picking with Chopstick contest. Employees tossed the Yee Sang and organized a farewell ceremony for outgoing Banquet manager Mr. Peter Gomez.

Orange Eating Competition !

Tossing of the Yee Sang !

January babies cutting the Birthday Cake !

Mr. Guna receiving the Best Employee Certificate !

Mr. Peter Gomez  giving his farewell speech !

Chinese New Year Cheer 2012

Over 70 children from two underprivileged homes were all smiles when they received ‘Ang Pows’ or money packets from Melia Kuala Lumpur’s Director of Operations, Mr. Adrian Prado. The children were feted to a sumptuous hi-tea as part of our Community Involvement Initiatives. The children from Ti – Ratana children’s home and the House of Joy, also had the opportunity to toss ‘Yee Sang’ with Melia Kuala Lumpur’s management team. ‘Yee Sang’ is a traditional Malaysian Chinese dish to symbolize prosperity, longevity & good fortune. 

Melia's associates in their traditional Chinese costumes!

'Loh Hei!

Children from Ti-Ratana entertain with their harmonicas...

and their beautiful voices!

Mr. Prado hands out the 'Ang Pows'!

Gong Xi Fa Cai!

Welcoming the Year of the Water Dragon

Two lions made a roaring entrance at Melia Kuala Lumpur to welcome the Year of the Water Dragon during the recent Chinese New Year celebrations. The lions went around the hotel to usher in a year of prosperity. The God of Prosperity handed out Mandarin Oranges and tossed handfuls of coins to guests in the lobby to signify an abundance of luck and wealth. Guests were also amazed by an acrobatic performance by the Lions and Dragon. 

Mr. Thony lighting the lion's eyes!

The lions wow the crowd!

Mr. Javi poses with a lion!

The lions visit the ballroom....

and the level too!

Mr. Thony and Mr. Prado with fruits of prosperity! 

Can't usher in the Year of the Dragon without a Dragon!

Talk on HACCP

Melia Kuala Lumpur places great emphasis on educating the associates on the latest hotel industry requirements' in line with this a talk was organised, on Micro Biological Contamination which causes food poisoning which is a major problem in the world.

The associates were treated to an educational talk accompanied with afternoon tea with Mr. Christian Beaulieu, the Director of Food & Beverage, Melia Bali. A very informal discussion with the associates with a good Q&A sessions after the presentation on Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points.

Mr. Christian Beaulieu imparted vital knowledge to all associates in attendance. The talk was highly beneficial for the chefs and stewarding staff at Melia Kuala Lumpur.

Mr. Beaulieu (in White) gives his presentation

Mr. Beaulieu with Mr. Adrian Prado and other associates

Business Etiquette Training

Our associates looking good is very vital and social etiquette is also of utmost importance to us at Melia Kuala Lumpur. In line with this, HR Department organised a training session for our associates on Business Etiquette. The objective of the training is to equip associates with knowledge of developing social awareness and professional grooming.


Mr. K. Sri Vahlsan, consultant from MEF Academy had a distinctive approach which made the training both fun filled, stimulating, interesting experience for the associates. Throughout the training, associates were taught how to handle guests in all situations through theory and practical sessions, role-plays with fascinating scenarios, games and basic etiquette skills.


The total number of 30 associates attended the training, Melia Kuala Lumpur is now equipped with professionally trained associates.

Melia's associates with Mr. Sri

Christmas Cheer with Taman Megah Home for the Handicap

There were smiles all round when Melia Kuala Lumpur turned up at the Taman Megah Home for the Handicap for a Christmas Cheer Tea Party. In the spirit of joy that Christmas brings, a team of associates led by Director of Operations, Mr. Adrian Prado brought food and Chase the Magician to amaze the kids! After a great performance by Chase, the kids enjoyed delicious food such as nuggets, sandwiches, noodles and milk tea prepared by Melia Kuala Lumpur's Cuisine Department.

Chase works his magic! Literally! 

Melia's Associates get the food ready!

Ready to serve!

Mr. Adrian Prado with some of the children!

A Merry MAG!

We had not one but two special guests at the year's final MAG. Ms. Zaitun our telephone operator who retired in January received her long-service award. The Christmas themed MAG was a barrel of fun with games, songs and numerous awards given to associates for their achievements at Tournaments, Sports and English classes. As it was Christmas, Santa Claus dropped in to the delight of all associates! We at Melia Kuala Lumpur would like to wish all readers a very Merry Christmas!

Associates are all smiles!

Associates sing Christmas Carols!

Ms. Liana receiving her prize for her excellent English results!

Chef Chew who recently won two golds  at a cooking competition receiving his certificates!

Ms. Zaitun receives her token of appreciation! 

Associates try their luck at a quiz game!

November & December babies cut their birthday cake!