2026 WINNERS

This award celebrates emerging talent in the food, drink, or hospitality industry. Whether you’re a chef, manager, entrepreneur, or team member, judges are looking for evidence of your passion, innovation, and potential. Share your journey so far — key achievements, contributions to your team or business, and how you’ve gone above and beyond your role. Highlight any mentorship you’ve received or provided, and how you’ve taken initiative in your professional growth. This category focuses on personal impact, so strong testimonials and specific examples are essential.

The individual must have been actively working in the hospitality sector for under three years and demonstrated a meaningful impact during that time.