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Banqueting Excellence Award
For the team that serves hundreds as well as it serves one
About this category
The Banqueting Excellence Award celebrates a hotel, venue or caterer whose banqueting team delivers dinners, galas and functions at scale without losing quality.
It rewards precise planning, great food served hot and smooth, attentive service.
Eligibility
Open to hotels, venues and caterers with a banqueting operation, based in or serving the region. Self-nominations and nominations made by others are both welcome.
Judging criteria
- Entries are judged on food and service at scale
- Planning and organisation
- Client feedback
- Team training and repeat business
Qualitative criteria
- Clarity of concept and offer
- Reputation with guests and partners
- Culture and the team behind the business
Metrics
- Revenue and growth
- Guest satisfaction, reviews and repeat business
- Jobs created or retained
Additional criteria
- Include figures for the last one to two years
- Examples of standout work and testimonials from guests or partners
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