Kal Harris Appointed Director Of Food And Beverage At Hotel Haya

TAMPA, FL - Hotel Haya, the award-winning property from Aparium Hotel Group, located in historic Ybor City has announced the appointment of Kal Harris to the position of Director of Food and Beverage. The New York-native has over a decade of experience and the hotel says he will bring a new perspective to Flor Fina, Hotel Haya’s Latin-infused restaurant and Cafe Quiquiriqui, the hotel’s café and casual lunch spot.

He has previously worked as the general manager for Tampa’s Next Level Brands (Boulon, Forbici, Union New American). He was responsible for three new concept openings including design, ground-up construction and launch. During this time, Harris was accountable for driving company culture including people development, community engagement, and talent planning. This experience has led Harris to his current role at Hotel Haya.

"We are excited to welcome Kal Harris as our new Director of Food and Beverage," said Laura Maldonado, General Manager of Hotel Haya.

"Kal's extensive experience and innovative approach make him a perfect fit for our team. His impressive journey in the hospitality space, particularly in developing new concepts and cultivating a strong company culture, aligns seamlessly with our values and vision. We are confident he will bring fresh ideas to Flor Fina and Café Quiquiriqui, enhancing the unique dining experiences we offer. We look forward to his contributions to the continued growth of Hotel Haya."

Previously Harris has been named on South Tampa’s Top 10 Under 40 in Tampa Magazine in 2020, and was the General Manager of the Year by Cameron Mitchell Restaurants, the parent company of Ocean Prime, in 2019.

Hotel Haya is located at 1412 E 7th Ave., Tampa, FL 33605. For more information visit hotelhaya.com.

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