CIS Excellence Awards, in partnership with
CIS Excellence Awards
24th May 2012, Hilton Glasgow
AWARD CATEGORIES & CRITERIA
ENTRIES OPEN: 3rd FEBRUARY 2012
ENTRIES CLOSE: 9th MARCH 2012
Award 1: The Healthier Scotland Award, sponsored by the healthyliving award in association with Healthier Scotland
Criteria:
The Healthier Scotland Award invites nominations from all sectors of the industry, including hotels, workplace restaurants, further education establishments and high street outlets. This award will recognise individuals or organisations which have made an outstanding contribution to supporting and promoting healthier eating, and for making it easier for people to eat healthily.
Nominations MUST include a statement of 150-250 words on how healthier eating practices have been supported within the establishment, and how the establishment differentiates itself from its competitors.
Supporting evidence will be required, and can include menus, press cuttings or initiatives aimed at encouraging healthier eating and incorporating a health culture into the operation of the business.
A maximum of six A4 pages of substantiating evidence may be submitted.
Email: nominations@cis-excellenceawards.com
healthyliving award website
Healthier Scotland website
Award 2: The Innovation in Training Award, sponsored by Caterer.com
Criteria:
Nominations are sought from all sectors of the industry, including hotels, restaurants, pub groups, colleges, universities, company training schemes, industry training partnerships and state-supported training programmes which view training and development as an integral part of the business.
Nominations MUST include a statement of 150-250 words which demonstrates an active involvement in the development, design and evaluation of an innovative training initiative, and how the organisation differentiates itself from its competitors.
Nominations should highlight the innovative nature of the organisation’s training policy, and nominators are also asked to provide information on the positive impact their training programme had on the business and its staff.
Supporting evidence can include outlines of training structures, staff development and access to certification, qualifications and external recognition.
A maximum of six A4 pages of substantiating evidence may be submitted.
Email: nominations@cis-excellenceawards.com
Award 3: The Pub Excellence Award, sponsored by Sodexo
Criteria:
Nominations are invited from public house establishments, including family-friendly outlets, traditional bars and gastro-pubs, where the emphasis is on the preparation, presentation and service of quality, wholesome dishes.
Nominations MUST include a statement of 150-250 words which details how the establishment addresses food trends, demonstrates a varied usage of sustainable products, seasonality and innovation within its menu, and how it differentiates itself from its competitors.
Supporting documentation may include menus, newspaper articles, press reviews and customer feedback forms.
A maximum of six A4 pages of substantiating evidence may be submitted.
Shortlisted establishments may be visited by a member or members of the Awards Advisory Board.
Email: nominations@cis-excellenceawards.com
Award 4: The Contract Catering Chef of the Year Award, sponsored by ASA Recruitment & Tods Murray LLP
Nominations are invited from contract catering chefs who are responsible for the delivery of high quality food and/or hospitality services to clients in staff restaurants.
The winning individual will consistently demonstrate creativity, flair and a steadfast commitment to the use of fresh ingredients, evidenced by innovative and nutritionally balanced menus.
Nominations MUST include a statement of 150-250 words which outlines how the nominee is a hands-on employee who makes a positive difference to the day-to-day operations of the contract and boasts an excellent track record of working with fellow colleagues, customers and clients. Evidence which demonstrates how the chef helps to differentiate his or her catering employer from its competitors should also be submitted.
Supporting documentation may include client-company references, records of personal and team development, peer testimonials and any external recognition he/she may have received.
A maximum of six A4 pages of substantiating evidence may be submitted, including CVs.
Shortlisted nominees may be contacted and interviewed by a member or members of the Awards Advisory Board.
Email: nominations@cis-excellenceawards.com
ASA Recruitment website
Tods Murray website
Award 5: The Sustainable Business Award, sponsored by GRAM
Open to any business working within the Scottish catering, tourism or hospitality sectors, this award seeks to identify organisations which have excelled in reducing their impact on the environment over the past 12 months.
Nominations MUST include a statement of 150-250 words which demonstrates how nominated businesses have implemented renewable energy sources, energy-efficient building designs, biodegradable products and investment in new technology and equipment to minimise energy and water consumption.
Supplementary information may include: an action plan detailing environmental practices in the past 12 months, and evidence of its success; key performance indicators demonstrating a reduction in waste or water usage; evidence of how the business is educating, training and motivating employees to help run a sustainable business; an environmental policy document and, where possible, customer testimonials.
A maximum of six A4 pages of substantiating evidence may be submitted.
Email: nominations@cis-excellenceawards.com
Award 6: The Independent Event-Caterer of the Year Award, co-sponsored by Blue Arrow Catering & Blend
Criteria:
The Independent Event Caterer of the Year will be an independent, owner-managed company, based in Scotland, with its focus firmly set on the provision of a high quality catering service.
Core activities will include product launches, weddings, parties and corporate events, and total annual turnover should not exceed £5m.
Nominations MUST include a statement of 150-250 words which outlines a flexible business model, the consistent use of fresh, traceable Scottish produce in its core menu items, and a clear vision for creating unusual and unique packages to meet clients’ requirements. The emphasis should be on demonstrating your nominated company’s innovative philosophy, and what differentiates the organisation from its competitors.
Supporting material should include menus, marketing materials, client testimonials, press cuttings and evidence of previous accolades and achievements.
A maximum of six A4 pages of substantiating evidence may be submitted.
Principal Sponsors
Principal Sponsors
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