All of The Awards

Sponsored by Coca Cola Europacific Partners — The Outstanding Local located west of Waterview is the hub of the community and a place where family and friends meet regularly and are also made to feel welcome and relaxed. It has that feeling of a home away from home! This is a place where you know you can pop in on your own or meet a group of friends and the staff will still know your …read more

Sponsored by OneMusic — The Outstanding Local located east of Mount Wellington is the hub of the community and a place where family and friends meet regularly and are also made to feel welcome and relaxed. It has that feeling of a home away from home! This is a place where you know you can pop in on your own or meet a group of friends and the staff will still know your name! Better …read more

Sponsored by  DB — The Outstanding Local located south of Greenlane is the hub of the community and a place where family and friends meet regularly and are also made to feel welcome and relaxed. It has that feeling of a home away from home! This is a place where you know you can pop in on your own or meet a group of friends and the staff will still know your name! Better yet …read more

Sponsored by Southern Hospitality — The Outstanding Local located across the Harbour Bridge is the hub of the community and a place where family and friends meet regularly and are also made to feel welcome and relaxed. It has that feeling of a home away from home! This is a place where you know you can pop in on your own or meet a group of friends and the staff will still know your name! Better …read more

Sponsored by Antipodes Water Company — This award is presented to an organisation that inspires and leads others to make a difference through their sustainability practices.  A warrior of change that embodies a culture designed to leave a positive impact on both people and the environment. Their menus are designed with thought and our future in mind.

Sponsored by Culley’s — This individual entered the Auckland hospitality scene in last 5 years and have been bringing a whole new energy to the industry ever since. They’re either turning heads on the cafe floor, bringing innovative ideas to the table, or nailing the big jobs as well as the smaller, less glamorous tasks. Everyone wants this person on their team. As winner of this award the recipient will be giving the opportunity to broaden their knowledge and …read more

Sponsored by Pernod Ricard NZ — The Outstanding Cocktail Experience venue blends the best of the city’s mixology with the most welcoming of hospitality.  It feels like ‘your spot’, a place to enjoy the company of friends, make new friends, or simply perch at the bar and unwind. The cocktails are innovative, interesting, thoughtful, and fun and the team behind them consummate professionals.

Sponsored by Fine Food New Zealand — The Outstanding Sales Representative / Brand Ambassador knows that each of their customers’ needs are different and that their world is not black and white, flexibility is the key! They are committed to the industry and always go the extra mile for their customers. They are an outstanding brand ambassador for the product they are selling as well as being an exceptional advocate for their customers out in …read more

Sponsored by Negociants NZ — The Outstanding Wine Experience reflects both the overall style of the establishment, its wine list and level of service. It displays an excellent selection across multiple wine growing regions in both NZ and overseas, as well as a variety of wine styles. Incredible thought has gone into creating more than just a wine list, with the venue showing a commitment to both the wine and the menu, through their cellar …read more

Sponsored by Silver Fern Farms — The Outstanding Supplier is committed to top quality and innovative products. They listen to their customers and know what works well for each of their individual clients. They have an excellent support team working with them to ensure not only is the product of the highest standard, but the delivery and execution of each delivery is achieved on time.

Sponsored by Clyth MacLeod — Recognizing a single producer who creates a benchmark product of exceptional quality. The Outstanding Producer is the face behind the product, the one with the soil on their hands or the sweat on their brow. The products are grown, made, or curated with extra care and delivered into the market with pride. They are the starting point for what is put on your plate, poured in your glass, or served …read more

Sponsored by Insurance Advisernet — The Outstanding Front Of House / Waiter puts the customer first, they strive to establish a connection with them, and can adjust quickly with all the different types of guests and situations. Not only do they have a full knowledge of the menu, beverage, and wine lists but they use their initiative, are perceptive and tactful. They are passionate about the restaurant and the team they work with.

Sponsored by Hancocks — The Outstanding Bartender has excellent memory, a sense of humour and a unique personal style. They can make you…well pretty much anything, because they have some great understanding of the products they work with, the environment of the moment plus they have the incredible knack of reading their customer’s needs.

Sponsored by Bidfood — The Outstanding cafe is an establishment that offers an array of great food, superb coffee, fabulous staff, ambience and standout customer service. This is the place where the team knows your order, and quite often knows when you are coming in.

Sponsored by BLANC — The Outstanding New Venue has been open for less than two years. Their venue stands apart from the others through their fantastic atmosphere but also for their point of difference. They have put as much time into the menu, their beverages, the atmosphere and their brand and the team of staff constantly showcase the values of the business through their consistency and passion.

Sponsored by Gilmours — The Outstanding Establishment has been around for longer than two years. They bring their loyal fans back time and time again and all the while gaining new ones. They constantly keep things fresh, but their winning formula is their team, their menus and beverage selection, a fantastic environment and their commitment to both customers and suppliers.

Sponsored by Anchor Food Professionals — The Outstanding Chef produces innovative and creative menus, showing exceptional culinary techniques using only the best ingredients. They can get the front of house team to believe in the dishes as much as they do, which in turn ensures their vision is successfully communicated to all guests. The kitchen under their guidance and leadership produces outstanding and consistent dishes for their guests. They are an inspiration in all aspects …read more

Sponsored by Restaurant Association of NZ — The Outstanding Personality is an individual who, over an extended period, has shown outstanding commitment to the betterment of Auckland’s hospitality industry.  This person is a well-known personality through their continued involvement in the marketplace and isrespected industry-wide for their business achievements and passion for the industry. They are a true brand ambassador for hospitality and willingly give their time and expertise to the next generation. An inspirational person, a shining …read more