The Cateys 2024, a prestigious event in the hospitality industry, recently took place at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House in London, bringing together the industry’s finest to honour their exceptional achievements. This year’s awards were a testament to the unwavering dedication and innovation within the sector.

 

Lifetime Achievement Award: Michel Roux

Michel Roux was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award for his remarkable 34-year tenure at Le Gavroche in Mayfair. Roux has significantly contributed to the industry by mentoring young chefs through the Roux Scholarship and leading a two-Michelin-starred establishment.

 

Special Award: Genuine Dining Co Duo

Chris Mitchell and Robbie Laidlaw, CEO and Business Development Director of Genuine Dining Co, received the Special Award. Their inspiring 3,000-mile Atlantic row in December raised over £250,000 for Hospitality Action, showcasing their resilience and commitment to the cause.

 

International Outstanding Achievement Award: Sharan Pasricha

Sharan Pasricha, founder of Ennismore, was recognized with the International Outstanding Achievement Award. Since 2011, Pasricha has expanded the Hoxton hotel brand globally and successfully revitalized Gleneagles, which also won the Best Employer Award.

 

Full List of Winners

  • Manager of the Year: Helle Jensen, for her 26-year leadership at Covent Garden Hotel.
  • Chef Award: Aktar Islam, praised as an ambassador for the industry.
  • Restaurateur of the Year – Independent: Adam Handling of Adam Handling Restaurant Group.
  • Restaurateur of the Year – Group: Nisha Katona of Mowgli.
  • Best Employer Award: Gleneagles
  • Best Marketing Campaign Award: Kerb at Seven Dials Market
  • Best Use of Technology Award: Gather & Gather
  • Chef Award: Aktar Islam
  • Education and Training Award: Peter Jones, Crumbs
  • Foodservice Caterer Award: Matt Thomas, Restaurant Associates
  • Health and Nutrition Award: Signature Dining
  • Hotel of the Year – Group: The Langham, London
  • Hotel of the Year – Independent: Heckfield Place
  • Manager of the Year Award: Helle Jensen, Covent Garden Hotel
  • Menu of the Year Award: Lark, Bury St Edmunds
  • Newcomer Award: Upstairs by Tom Shepherd
  • Pub and Bar Award: Liberation Group
  • Public Sector Caterer Award: Paul Robottom, Signature Dining Ltd
  • Restaurateur of the Year – Group: Nisha Katona, Mowgli
  • Restaurateur of the Year – Independent: Adam Handling, Adam Handling Restaurant Group
  • Sustainable Business Award: Exclusive Collection
  • Wine and Spirit Ambassador Award: Isa Bal, Trivet
  • Accessibility Award: Windmill Barns Holiday Lets
  • International Outstanding Achievement Award: Sharan Pasricha
  • Special Award: Chris Mitchell and Robbie Laidlaw
  • Lifetime Achievement Award: Michel Roux

A Night to Remember

Guests at the Cateys enjoyed a summer feast crafted by Raymond Blanc and his team from Le Manoir. The evening was not only a celebration of the winners but also a recognition of the collective efforts driving the hospitality industry forward.

James Stagg, editor of The Caterer, expressed pride in celebrating the industry’s achievements, particularly highlighting the contributions of Michel Roux and the inspiring stories of other winners. The event underscored the industry’s resilience, creativity, and commitment to excellence.

For more details on the event and the winners, visit the official Cateys page here.