SEATTLE, WASH. – Noble House Hotels & Resorts, Ltd. (NHHR), a collection of luxury hotels and resorts, announces the appointment of Alexandru Zekany as the new General Manager of Food and Beverage Outlets at Pelican Grand Beach Resort — located just steps from the Atlantic in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. In this role, Zekany will oversee all food and beverage operations, continuing Pelican Grand’s legacy of providing high-caliber culinary and libation experiences, utilizing fresh ingredients while maintaining unprecedented guest satisfaction.
“Zekany’s wealth of knowledge within the food and beverage industry coupled with his outstanding record of management success makes him the ideal choice for the position,” said Chris Schafer Corporate Director of Restaurants at Noble House Hotels & Resorts. “We are excited to begin working hand-in-hand with Mr. Zekany to continue enhancing the culinary experiences at OCEAN2000 and O2K Lounge.”
Zekany brings nearly a decade of industry experience to Pelican Grand Beach Resort having worked everywhere from Pino’s La Forchetta in Englishtown, N.J. as Restaurant General Manager to the Trump International Beach Resort in Sunny Isles, Fla. as Food and Beverage Manager. The Romanian native’s impressive resume also touts an established history of achieving dramatic sales and revenue increases through the execution of successful team management and applied standard operating procedures for revenue and cost control focusing on driving productivity. Zekany joins Pelican Grand Beach Resort most recently from The Westin Fort Lauderdale, where he served as Director of Food and Beverage.
Adorning 500 feet of Fort Lauderdale’s pristine beachfront, Pelican Grand Beach Resort — fresh off of a multi-million dollar expansion — couples Old Florida grandeur with seaside elegance to offer a coastal-chic waterfront retreat. From watching stunning sunrises on private balconies and indulging in culinary creations at OCEAN2000 Restaurant & Lounge, to rejuvenating at the all new PURE Spa and floating down Fort Lauderdale’s only lazy river, guests are engulfed by the unrivaled location of this laidback luxe resort set amongst the soothing sights and sounds of the Atlantic Ocean. From Las Olas Boulevard with boutique shopping and chic cafes, to fine art museums and breathtaking gardens, Fort Lauderdale provides high fashion, historic homes, exhilarating nightlife and miles of white-sand beaches, just steps outside the resort.
With a philosophy that emphasizes “location, distinction and soul,” Noble House Hotels & Resorts reflects the appearance of individuality. Identifying each property for its culture and appeal, Noble House is unwavering in its dedication to create and manage unique, quality properties that reflect and make profound contributions to their communities, staying true to the local history, culture and ambiance that defines each region.
For more information on Pelican Grand Beach Resort, call (954) 568-9431 or visit www.pelicanbeach.com.
