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Hospitality Veteran Zappatelli Dies

Bob Zappatelli, Benchmark Hospitality International’s vice president of food and beverage, unexpectedly passed away May 31.

Zappatelli served the people and customers of Benchmark Hospitality for 15 years in a multitude of capacities, which included executive chef, director of food and beverage, general manager and corporate food and beverage director. During this time, Zappatelli oversaw the opening or repositioning of 50 restaurants and lounges.

“He has left an indelible imprint on our company and on all of the lives he touched. He is profoundly missed,” said Benchmark CEO Burt Cabañas.

A special tribute blog has been set up for to Zappatelli at http://tributetobobz.blogspot.com.