welcome to The Liverpool Hospitality
People awards 2025 sponsored by Saffron Vanilla, Liverpool ONE & Titanic Hotel.

The awards are a chance to celebrate the talented individuals at the heart of Liverpool’s bustling hospitality and retail industry.
The event is a chance to shine a light on and honour the unsung heroes who demonstrate a passion, dedication, resilience, and commitment in an industry that has faced unprecedented challenges over the last few years.
The event will feature 17 categories and is set to take place on Thursday, 22nd May 2024 at the Titanic Hotel and Rum Warehouse, bringing together the best and brightest of the region's hospitality and retail industry.
Award categories include ‘Rising Star’ and ‘Unsung Hero’, as well as the Judges and Chairman's awards that aren’t open for entry but recognise inspirational figures from within the sector.
Steven Hesketh, Vice-Chair of Liverpool Hospitality Association said: "Amidst the challenges and triumphs of our ever-evolving hospitality and retail landscape, the People Awards give us a chance to highlight the exceptional individuals and teams who fuel our industry's resilience and innovation. I am proud to witness the unwavering commitment and passion displayed by our members. These awards are not just a recognition but a celebration of the heart and soul of Liverpool’s hospitality and retail industry and we hope as many businesses as possible will join us in applauding the remarkable people that make Liverpool truly exceptional."

Winners of the 2025 awards will be announced at the awards ceremony on Thursday 22nd May 2025.

For any enquires please contact katie@coolbreezeagency.com

THE NOMINATION PERIOD HAS NOW CLOSED. TO FIND OUT WHO THE 2025 AWARD WINNERS WILL BE JOIN US AT THE AWARDS!

Awards Sponsors

Awards Finalists


Barista of the Year
Joel Gardner Arts Bar Baltic 
Holly Haines Bold Street Coffee 
Kane Gayle Crosby Coffee Roasters 
Medi Owen Joe & the juice 
Excellence in Bar Service
Jon Huntley Whisky & Water, Blackstock Market 
Connor Robinson Maldron Hotel Liverpool 
Steven Cunningham Novotel Paddington Village Liverpool 
Jack Partridge Pullman Liverpool 
Livie-Mae Cadwallader The Liner Hotel Liverpool 
Mia Meyler Titanic Hotel and Rum Warehouse


Excellence in Food Service
Lauren Palmeria Crowne Plaza Liverpool 
Harry Alexander Hope Street Hotel
Richie Grierson NORD 
Susan Cooper The Shankly Hotel 
Josh Clark-Newsome Titanic Hotel and Rum Warehouse 


Excellence in Retail, sponsored by Liverpool ONE
Tracy Fearon Jo Malone London
Keeley Stenson Penhaligons 
Jodie Morgan Red Run 


Front of House Award
John O’Neil Allerton Manor Golf Club 
Sophie Scott Holiday Inn Express Liverpool Royal Albert Dock 
Kathy Cahill Holiday Inn Liverpool 
Michael Wilkes INNSiDE by Melia Liverpool
Kellie Khan PREMIER SUITES Liverpool 
Guille Sanchez Staybridge Suites Liverpool 


Heart of House Award
Phil Carline Crowne Plaza Liverpool 
Gary Hemnell Doubletree by Hilton Hotel & Spa Liverpool 
Elena Cornea INNSiDE by Melia Liverpool 
Ryley Bennett Leonardo Hotel Liverpool 
James Pearson Novotel Paddington Village Liverpool 
Ryan Smith Titanic Hotel and Rum Warehouse 


Rising Star Award, sponsored by The Guide Liverpool
Tom Christie-Smith BOXPARK Liverpool 
Silvia Lovato Crowne Plaza Liverpool 
Maja Opiela Delta Hotels by Marriott Liverpool City Centre 
Mark Langan Holiday Inn Express Liverpool Royal Albert Dock 
Erin Lorimer Novotel Paddington Village Liverpool 
Millie Humphrey Sodexo Live! at The ACC Liverpool Group 


Unsung Hero Award, sponsored by The Hospitality Hero
Jessica Lee Holiday Inn Liverpool 
Becky Corden Maldron Hotel Liverpool 
Ian Parry PREMIER SUITES Liverpool 
Ste Jones Pullman Liverpool 
Beata Staniszewska The Shankly Hotel 
Terence Higgs Titanic Hotel and Rum Warehouse 

Young Chef of the Year
 
 
Levi Reid Pullman Liverpool 
Beth Byrne Queens Bistro and Wine Bar 
Rodrigo Gonzalez Radissn RED Liverpool
Dylan Bentham Salthouse Tapas 

Chef of the Year, sponsored by Saffron Vanilla
Jesus Garcia Crowne Plaza Liverpool 
Dzhan Shefket INNSiDE by Melia Liverpool 
Sharrad Davies Pullman Liverpool 
Matthew Li The Municipal Hotel & Spa MGallery Liverpool 
Matthew Hogdkiss Titanic Hotel and Rum Warehouse 
Tharanga Perera Titanic Hotel and Rum Warehouse 


Head Chef of the Year, sponsored by Sugar & Lime
Eddie McCormack Allerton Manor Golf Club 
Alex Lawless Crowne Plaza Liverpool 
Susan Mukome Delta Hotels by Marriott Liverpool City Centre 
Christina Konstantopoulou Radissn RED Liverpool 
Andrew Green The Municipal Hotel & Spa MGallery Liverpool 


Sales and Revenue Star, sponsored by MSP Global
Daniel Fay Flight Club Liverpool 
Ruth Sherlock GSG Hospitality 
Jessica Matthews Hope Street Hotel 
Brian Churchill INNSiDE by Melia Liverpool 
Caitlin French Pullman Liverpool 
Concha Vazquez Titanic Hotel and Rum Warehouse 


Top Team Award
Aintree racecourse sales team Aintree Racecourse 
Blue Energy Team Hilton Hotel Liverpool 
Events Team Hope Street Hotel 
Food and Beverage Team Royal Liverpool Philharmonic
Front Desk Team at The Liner The Liner Hotel Liverpool 
Reception Team The Resident Hotel Liverpool 
 
Manager of the Year, sponsored by Liverpool BID Company 
Rachel Burke Leonardo Hotel Liverpool
Danielle Youds Royal Liverpool Philharmonic
Fergus Macdonald Maldron Hotel Liverpool
Erin Cass Maray Restaurants
Matt Philiskirk Pullman Liverpool
Elli Powell Radisson RED Liverpool
Helen Byrne The Municipal Hotel & Spa MGallery Liverpool
 
 
 

Manager of the Year, sponsored by Liverpool BID Compan