Leading contract caterer Elior UK celebrated its outstanding employees on 21 March at the company’s 14th annual Elior Awards for Excellence – hosted by TV and film star James Nesbitt, Elior chief executive Catherine Roe, and head of HR Justin Johnson.
More than 200 guests – including suppliers, clients, and finalists – attended the ceremony at the historic 8 Northumberland Avenue, where 12 Elior colleagues walked up to collect their award and this year’s prize – a trip to New York City.
Catherine Roe, Elior UK chief executive, (pictured left with winner Lauren Bartlett and James Nesbit) said, “Our people are the beating heart of what we do. Their hard work, skill, and passion for exceptional service are what make an Elior moment like no other. These awards are the perfect way to celebrate that. Congratulations to all our winners. I hope you all enjoy New York.”
Once again, the winner of the You Made a Difference award (which recognises the Elior colleague who has gone above and beyond in the name of customer service) was decided by a live-vote from the audience. While in a break from tradition, a new category – Sustainability Contribution – was added to the awards this year.
Elior Awards for Excellence Winners 2018:
Customer Service - Roman Martyniuk, London South Bank University
eXperience Service Champion - Lisa Bullock, EE Darlington
Chef Award - Kelly Gavriliuc, Four Seasons Aspen Lodge
Culinary Competition - Tommy Yulhanson, London South Bank University
Star Site – Linklaters
Special Recognition - Chamos Flanagan, Kingston University
Site Colleague of the Year - Lauren Bartlett (pictured), Vision Express
Manager of the Year - Gemma Allen, Stephenson Way Academy
Support Services Colleague of the Year - Ian Hughes
You Made a Difference - Sue Eastick, Blackpool 6th Form College
Apprentice of the Year - Joanna Wright, MHA Adlington
Sustainability Contribution - Lynda Walker, North-East Primaries
