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Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates Appoints New F&B Manager

Dubai, March 10, 2011: Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates welcomes Andreas J Magnus as its new F&B Manager. Magnus will be responsible for overseeing the hotel's six F&B outlets - which include Sezzam, KGrill, Mosaic Chill, Aspen, 1897 Bar and Evory Lounge, the hotel's catering and banqueting operations and the ongoing development of its restaurant concepts.

The Norwegian national moves to Dubai from the Grand Hotel Europe in St. Petersburg, Russia, where he served in a similar position, managing the successful completion of all day-to-day operations and personnel management for nine food and beverage outlets, including fine and casual dining venues, a café, bar and room service.

Magnus's hospitality career began in the F&B department in 2002, as a trainee and Banquet Captain at the Lausanne Palace and Spa in Switzerland. He has since worked in his native Norway, the United States and Russia, in the front desk, banqueting and restaurant departments, before moving to Dubai to manage the F&B operations at Kempinski's landmark Dubai hotel.

"We are very pleased to have Andreas join our team and we look forward to the ideas and skills he brings with him from having worked at several top quality European and American hospitality establishments. His restaurant, banqueting and conference experience as well as his confidence in managing a multi-cultural team make him the perfect person to take on this role," said Alejandro Bernabé, General Manager, Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates .

Commenting on his appointment, Magnus added: "This is my first professional position in the Middle East region and I am excited to be here. From what I have seen of Dubai, it is a very dynamic and competitive hospitality market and I look forward to the huge learning opportunity this new position is bound to represent."

Magnus holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, with a dual major in Hotel and Resort Management, from Northwood University, Hotel Institute of Montreux Campus in Switzerland as well as a Swiss Diploma in Hotel Management, from the Institute Hotelier "Cesar Ritz", also in Switzerland. He speaks seven languages including fluent Norwegian and English, Swedish, French, German and basic Russian and Italian. When not busy with his management duties, Magnus enjoys reading, cooking, travelling, getting to know new cultures and spending time outdoors.

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About Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates :
A luxurious alpine retreat in the heart of the Middle East's most glamorous and cosmopolitan city, Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates has brought the magic of winter to Dubai. The elegant hotel is one of Kempinski's most unique city properties, combining exciting shopping, entertainment and dining options with lavish accommodation, including 15 spacious but cosy Ski Chalets overlooking one of the world's largest indoor ski slopes.

About Kempinski Hotels:
Created in 1897, Kempinski Hotel is Europe's oldest luxury hotel group. Kempinski's rich heritage of impeccable personal service and superb hospitality is complemented by the exclusivity and individuality of its properties. Kempinski now comprises a portfolio of 64 five-star hotels in 28 countries and continues to add new properties in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia. Each one reflects the strength and success of the Kempinski brand without losing sight of its heritage.

The portfolio comprises historic landmark properties, award-winning urban lifestyle hotels, outstanding resorts, and prestigious residences. Each one imbues the quality guests have come to expect from Kempinski while embracing the cultural traditions of its location.

Kempinski is a founding member of the Global Hotel alliance (GHA): the world's largest alliance of independent hotels.

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www.kempinski.com/dubai
www.kempinski.com/press
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Issued by:
Haitham Assem
Assistant Marketing Communications Manager
Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates
Sheikh Zayed Road
120679 Dubai
United Arab Emirates
Tel +971 4 341 00 00
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haitham.assem@kempinski.com
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