These honours were launched in memory of Robyn Jones OBE as she was someone who had ‘inspired’ so many people and loved to celebrate success in the foodservice industry. Robyn was known for her tireless work in the mentoring, training and development of young talent.
The award recognises up-and-coming talent in all aspects of contract catering, from chefs to marketers and from butlers to business development staff. The awards are open to talented team members aged 35 and under who truly have what it takes to make a real difference in the industry.
The ten finalists for 2022 were selected by members of the ACE committee:
- Caroline Bacigalupo, BaxterStorey
- Wilfred Barnham, Green & Fortune
- Tatiana Bartashchuk, Vacherin
- Lily Bell, BaxterStorey
- Leo Coates, Bennett Hay
- Anthony Dye, Sodexo
- Ryan Lewis, Wilson Vale
- Steven Lickley, Vacherin
- Michaela Mulvey, Bartlett Mitchell
- JoannaWhalley, CH & Co.
Sue Thompson, chair of ACE, said: “We are so proud to remember a much-loved Patron of ACE in this way. All of us were inspired by the work that Robyn did to champion young talent and these awards are a perfect fit in continuing her legacy. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, we’ve been unable to hold this event for the last two years so we can’t wait to celebrate with industry friends once again.”
The winner of the ACE Robyns Awards 2022 will be revealed at the ACE Summer Event which is being held at Rotunda Bar & Restaurant at Kings Cross on Tuesday 28th June 2022.
At this year’s Summer Party, sponsored by CH&CO, Sarah Prentice who takes over as ACE chair will also be welcoming and interviewing Greg Lawson, chief executive of Smart Group, as a new patron of ACE. Tickets can be booked for the event on the ACE website or by emailing louise@acegb.org.