TheShout would like to congratulate all the winners and finalists at the prestigious Hospitality NZ Awards for Excellence 2014. These were announced at a black tie dinner in Auckland and truly reflected the quality and diversity of our sector. Here are the key winners:
2014 Hall of Fame Inductee
Michael Friend
2014 Supreme Award Winner
Jet Park Airport Hotel and Conference Centre, Auckland
Best New / Redeveloped Bar / Restaurant:
Winner: Mashina Lounge, Christchurch Casino
Best New / Redeveloped Accommodation Hotel:
Winner: Art Deco Masonic Hotel, Napier
Best Bar:
Winner: Chapel Bar & Bistro, Auckland
Best Restaurant:
Winner: Smith & McKenzie Chophouse, Hamilton
Best Cafe:
Winner: The Batch Cafe, Invercargill
Best Accommodation Hotel:
Winner: Rydges Wellington
Excellence in Customer Service:
Winner: Larnach Castle, Dunedin
Excellence in Marketing:
Winner: Rydges Wellington
Best Country Hotel:
Winner: Theatre Royal Hotel, Kumara
Excellence in Training and Staff Development:
Winner: Jet Park Hotel and Conference Centre, Mangere, Auckland
Best Environmental, Sustainable and Ethical Practice:
Winner: Jet Park Hotel and Conference Centre, Mangere, Auckland
Best Music Entertainment Venue:
Winner: Dux Live, Christchurch
Excellence in Host Responsibility:
Winner: Christchurch Casino, Christchurch