Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya Appoints Key Management Roles for December Opening
RIVIERA MAYA, MX. December 6, 2016 - Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya, set to open December 2016 in Riviera Maya, Mexico, is pleased to announce several key management appointments in preparation for the resort's anticipated opening at the end of the year. Tulio Baruch has been named Director of Sales & Marketing, where he will lead the sales and marketing strategies for the resort as well as generate revenue for the hotel through room bookings, meetings, weddings and events. The role of Executive Chef will be held by Chef Vincent Wallez who will curate and craft the menu concepts for the resort's four distinct dining venues. Stephan Karl, appointed as the resort's Executive Assistant Manager of Food & Beverage, will be responsible for developing the food and beverage concept and overseeing daily dining operations. Lastly, Daniel Escalante will hold the role of Spa Manager where he will develop the spa menu and treatments for Naum Spa as well as oversee the spa facilities.
“I am thrilled to have such a skillful and dedicated team leading the way to the opening of this fantastic property,” said General Manager Lin Schatz. “Tulio, Vincent, Stephan, and Daniel are ideal candidates for these key positions and will bring talent, passion and creativity to their respective roles, ensuring successful opening and beyond. Our cohesive team will work together to create inspiring Andaz experiences through the kaleidoscope of our local culture.”
Tulio Baruch - Director of Sales & Marketing Baruch comes to Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya with extensive senior management and hospitality experience, having held previous senior executive sales and marketing roles in renowned Mexican hotels such as Nizuc, Rosewood Mayakoba, and Presidente Intercontinental. Born in Mexico, Baruch received his bachelor's degree in hotel management from La Salle University in Cancún and holds deep insight into the Riviera Maya tourism markets, giving him a unique advantage. Baruch will manage bookings for the resort's 14,000 square feet of meeting and event space including five meeting and event studios and a 6,000-square-foot ballroom, ensuring an unrivaled group experience for both business and social guests.
Chef Vincent Wallez - Executive Chef
Wallez was born and raised in Bayonne, France but has since traveled the globe developing his signature culinary style. His skills have been recognized by world-class resorts and restaurants, earning him tenure at multiple five-star establishments, from Russia to the Caribbean. Prior to joining the Andaz Mayakoba team, Wallez held the title of Executive Chef at Nizuc Resort and Spa in Mexico where he elevated Cancún's gourmet scene. Now appointed at Andaz Mayakoba as Executive Chef, he will work to follow the Andaz brand ethos of providing inspiring, indigenous and unscripted experiences, creating new culinary and cocktail offerings unique to Mayakoba and Riviera Maya. In his cooking, Chef Wallez seeks a balance between flavors and classic techniques, focusing on fresh ingredients and visionary touches which can be found in all four of the diverse and unique restaurant concepts at the resort.
Stephan Karl - Executive Assistant Manager of Food & Beverage
Karl arrives to the Andaz Mayakoba team with international experience and a creative flare for the position. He began his Hyatt career in 2006 as the Assistant Banqueting Manager at Hyatt Regency Mainz in Germany and has remained a part of the Hyatt family ever since. He continued on to hold executive positions at various Hyatt brands across the world, namely Park Hyatt in both Dubai, UAE and Sydney, Australia, as well as the Grand Hyatt Beijing. He has a strong belief in keeping a constant eye on the local culture and staying current. Karl enjoys exploring Riviera Maya and beyond with his family, getting to know Mexican culture and cuisine firsthand. Karl will work closely with Chef Wallez on developing the food and beverage concepts for each of the four unique dining venues at the resort as well as overseeing catering for meetings and events.
Daniel Escalante - Spa Manager
Escalante comes to Andaz Mayakoba Resort with over a decade of experience in spa management and hospitality. He began his career at MCM Spa International as Spa Manager, where he oversaw the spa facilities of the Hyatt Regency Cancún. He then moved on to the YHI Spa at Gran Meliá Cancún where he managed over 6,000 square feet of facilities and 13 treatment rooms. After nearly four years, Escalante made his way to the United States to hold the title of Spa Director at Spa950 at Embassy Suites Resort in Deerfield Beach, Florida. In his most recent position as Spa Manager at the Hard Rock Hotel in Riviera Maya, he was responsible for overseeing the spa's 75 treatment rooms. He now brings his talents and expertise to the Naum Spa at Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya. The 10,000-square-foot facility houses six treatment rooms and offers a complete menu of services, some of which will feature indigenous Mayan methods and all-natural, locally sourced products.
About Andaz Mayakoba Resort Rivera Maya
The newest addition to idyllic Mayakoba, Andaz Mayakoba Resort in Rivera Maya, Mexico will introduce guests to a hidden paradise - a place where style meets nature in an innovative hospitality experience. The resort's breathtaking design reflects the native Mayan culture and will feature 214 guestrooms, including 41 luxury suites. Stimulating upscale experiences entertain guests, whether immersing in a lushly preserved mangrove environment, sunbathing in one of three outdoor pools, relaxing in the 10,000 square-foot Naum spa or unwinding on the pristine white sanded Caribbean beach. Additionally, four unique restaurants and bars will offer the distinguished culinary experiences for which Andaz® hotels are known for, and all with stunning views of the pools, lagoon, and ocean. Andaz Mayakoba Resort will bring to life locally inspired and indigenous experiences and authentic Mexican hospitality. For more information, please visit andazmayakoba.com
About Andaz
Global in scale while local in perspective, Andaz hotels weave the sights, sounds and tastes of their surroundings into each property for an experience that truly immerses guests in the eclectic culture of each local destination. Through personalized, unscripted service, Andaz creates a barrier-free environment where guests are encouraged to explore their personal sense of style and become inspired by the spirit of the community. Twelve Andaz hotels are currently open: Andaz 5th Avenue and Andaz Wall Street in New York, Andaz San Diego, Andaz West Hollywood, Andaz Napa, Andaz Savannah, Andaz Maui at Wailea, Andaz Peninsula Papagayo in Costa Rica, Andaz London Liverpool Street, Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht, Andaz Xintiandi in Shanghai and Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills. Head to Andaz Salon to see evocative content from Cultural Insiders, unique events and stunning photos that bring to life the creative spirit and local influences of Andaz. For more information, please visit www.andaz.com.
About Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 12 premier brands and 667 properties in 54 countries, as of June 30, 2016. The Company's purpose to care for people so they can be their best informs its business decisions and growth strategy and is intended to create value for shareholders, build relationships with guests and attract the best colleagues in the industry. The Company's subsidiaries develop, own, operate, manage, franchise, license or provide services to hotels, resorts, branded residences and vacation ownership properties, including under the Park Hyatt®, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt®, Andaz®, Hyatt Centric™, The Unbound Collection by Hyatt™, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt House®, Hyatt Ziva™, Hyatt Zilara™ and Hyatt Residence Club® brand names and have locations on six continents. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com.
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