(l-r): Adrian Cassidy, Conor Halpenny and Rob Krawczyk of Tankardstown House receive their award from Excel Recruitment’s Shane McLave.
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TANKARDSTOWN HOUSE IRELAND’S FINE DINING RESTAURANT Tankardstown House scooped Ireland’s Fine Dining Restaurant award. “The Gold Medal Awards are very prestigious and the fact that they are industry-based makes winning one even more important,” says Proprietor Patricia Conroy. “Brabazon Restaurant have a talented team in the kitchen under the leadership of Rob Krawczyk, while Derek Moloney leads the way in the restaurant. This award is a real feather in their cap and deservedly so. We hope it will help us promote Tankardstown as a foodie destination.”
Berendsen encourages talent and innovation and the Gold Medal Awards recognise the hard work of Ireland’s hotel and catering professionals. The networking opportunities gave Berendsen a better understanding of the industry’s requirements so we look forward to attending next year. Sushant Patnaik, Product Manager, Berendsen Ireland
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As Ireland’s largest hospitality agency, Noel Group are delighted to be associated with these awards. They are the supreme awards for the industry and the calibre of the businesses present on the night shows that they are much sought after.
(l-r): Shirley Neary, Lorraine Mills, Patricia Murphy and Fidelma Conway with their award.
ST. PATRICK’S MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES IRELAND’S HEALTHCARE CATERER St Patrick’s Mental Health Services took the top honours in this category. “We were thrilled to win this award,” says Head of Catering Patricia Murphy. “St Patrick’s Mental Health Services aspires to be the recognised leader in the provision of quality mental health care and the catering team works to ensure that we provide an excellent service to our customers. Winning is affirmation that we are playing our part in assisting the organisation achieve its overall goal.”
(l-r): Niall Rochford, TJ Mulcahy, Regina O’ Donoghue (Noel Recruitment), Jennifer Marshall, Emer Mulcahy and Eanna Hassett of Ashford Castle celebrate winning Ireland’s Five Star Hotel award.
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ASHFORD CASTLE IRELAND’S FIVE STAR HOTEL Ashford Castle came out on top in the Ireland’s Five Star Hotel category. “This award is particularly gratifying, given the huge investment that we have made in the property over the last two years,” says Ashford Castle’s General Manager Niall Rochford. “Today’s five star hotel guest expects consistent delivery of a five star service and standards as well as an impeccable product. Guests also want individualised experiences whereby the hotels are anticipating their preferences and the delivery of them.”
Frog Prince were delighted to sponsor Ireland’s Catering Team of the Year category and provide the table décor. The pride and camaraderie in the room was fantastic as Ireland’s hard working hotel and catering teams received the recognition they deserve. Edel Becton, Studio Manager, Frog Prince Floral & Event Styling
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