Haippi Kumar Prajapat: Leading with Passion – HCP F&B Leader Award 2025 Nominee

Meet Haippi Kumar Prajapat, Food and Beverage Manager at Kananwas Resort Kumbhalgarh, and a nominee for the People’s Choice – HCP F&B Leader Award 2025.

Haippi Kumar Prajapat: Leading with Passion – HCP F&B Leader Award 2025 Nominee
Haippi Kumar Prajapat, Food and Beverage Manager at Kananwas Resort Kumbhalgarh, nominee for the HCP F&B Leader Award 2025

Haippi Kumar Prajapat, currently the Food and Beverage Manager at Kananwas Resort Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan, has carved a remarkable journey in the Indian hospitality sector, making him a worthy nominee for the People’s Choice – HCP F&B Leader Award 2025. With over 15 years of rich experience in the F&B industry, Haippi is known for his leadership, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to guest satisfaction.

Haippi’s career spans some of India’s top hospitality brands, including Ramada, Fortune Select Metropolitan (ITC), The Fern Habitat, Best Western Plus Levana, and Golden Tulip Essential. His journey from an F&B assistant and supervisor to becoming the head of F&B operations at prestigious hotels highlights his passion for the craft and his tireless pursuit of excellence.

As an F&B leader, Haippi has demonstrated an exceptional ability to create engaging dining experiences, foster team spirit, and implement operational strategies that drive both guest satisfaction and profitability. His knack for curating innovative menus, ensuring top-notch service, and building high-performing teams has consistently elevated the brands he has been associated with.

At The Fern Habitat Jaipur, he managed high-volume operations, overseeing everything from restaurant outlets to expansive banquet spaces that cater to over 500 guests. His hands-on experience with pre-opening hotels and his ability to navigate the dynamic demands of modern hospitality have made him a sought-after professional in the industry.

Haippi’s journey is punctuated by accolades such as Best Employee of the Month awards at Ramada Udaipur and Fortune Select Metropolitan Jaipur, along with certifications from pre-opening teams—a testament to his ability to thrive in diverse and challenging environments.

With a strong foundation in B.Sc. Hotel Management and Catering from IHM Udaipur and fluency in Hindi and English, Haippi’s approach blends local authenticity with global hospitality standards. His enthusiasm for learning new marketing strategies, exploring diverse cuisines, and fostering team morale continues to set new benchmarks in the industry.

The nomination for the People’s Choice – HCP F&B Leader Award 2025 recognizes Haippi Kumar Prajapat as not just an exceptional F&B professional but as a true ambassador of warm Indian hospitality.