Abstract Hotel Appoints Juan Isola to Lead F&B - Hospitality Business Magazine
Abstract Hotel has appointed Juan Isola as its new Food and Beverage Manager, marking a new chapter for Abstract and its flagship Italian restaurant, Alla Prossima. With a career leading hospitality at some of. . .
Abstract Hotel has appointed Juan Isola as its new Food and Beverage Manager, marking a new chapter for Abstract and its flagship Italian restaurant, Alla Prossima. With a career leading hospitality at some of New Zealand’s finest hotels, Juan brings a wealth of operational experience, service excellence, passion and creativity to the hotel. Renowned for his innovative experiential activations and strong leadership skills, Juan is eager to push the culinary team at Alla Prossima to new heights. Juan began his Aotearoa hospitality career at the Hilton Auckland, where he was quickly awarded Hilton’s Team Member of the Month – an accolade bestowed by both his peers and superiors. Following this, he successfully helped launch ‘The Rum Pairing’ at the Park Hyatt’s Captain’s Bar, a rum-tasting experience that cemented the establishment as a prime spot within Auckland’s hospitality scene. Most recently, Juan oversaw daily operations at five-star boutique hotel,Rosewood Kauri Cliffs. His stewardship included hosting and managing large-scale events, providing a consistently refined guest experience and also putting his flair for mixology into practice when the occasion arose. Motivation & ConnectionJuan’s values align with the family-oriented, people-focused environment at Abstract and he resonates strongly with the character and style of the boutique hotel. Of his vision for Alla Prossima Juan says, “My goal is that Alla Prossima becomes a must-visit destination in Auckland; a place to enjoy a five-star experience on an affordable budget. I’m looking forward to being part of the journey as well as motivating my team and connecting with our customers. ”Argentinian with Sicilian and Genovese heritage, Juan is passionate about Italian food and is thrilled to be managing a 100% Italian restaurant for the first time. “I’m looking forward to giving people that nostalgic taste when they dine with us. For me, food is about family and making memories. ”In his free time, Juan likes to dip his toes into K’ Road and the wider Auckland gastronomic scenes, as well as surfing at Piha in the summer and snowboarding during winter. As a self-confessed “negroni guy”, he’s also always on the lookout for the city’s best. Abstract General Manager Jeffrey Lee says: “We are thrilled to welcome Juan to the Abstract Hotel family. His impressive track record in luxury hospitality, passion for exceptional guest experiences, and people-focused leadership style make him a perfect fit for our team. As we continue to grow Abstract and Alla Prossima as premier hospitality destinations in Auckland, Juan’s expertise and energy will play a key role in elevating our food and beverage offering and creating memorable experiences for our guests. ”