Caterer Awards '17 shortlist: Waiter

Find out which six waiter of the year nominees made the shortlist this year's Caterer Awards 2017.

Carmelina Naniong
BiCE Ristorante, Hilton Dubai JBR

Naniong is anticipatory of the needs of guests, especially those who visit Bice as a family and those that come with children. She puts them at ease, making them feel more at home.

Cecilla Sharon D’Cruz
Prime68 Steakhouse, JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai

D’Cruz builds a special rapport with guests. She never holds back when it comes to surprising her guests for a special occasion.

Denys
PURE, DoubleTree by Hilton Doha-Old Town

His open minded character allows him to engage with guests. His work is his hobby. His fellow team member are more than colleagues; they are his family and they can rely on each other 100%.

Jake Francis Dee
Pool Bar, Gloria Hotel Dubai

Jake is very guest focused, and always remembers their names and preferences, offering them what exactly they want and surprising them by providing them with exactly what they need.

Dimitrios Panopoulos
Okku Dubai

When it comes to work, Panopoulos strives to constantly evolve and improve his knowledge. He gained his certificate for PIC Level 3 in HACCP and WSET Level 2 in wines and spirits with merit and distinction respectively.

Stephen Tsambo
Claw BBQ, Crabshack & Grill

Stephen has been with Claw for three years and last year saw him climb up the ranks from waiter to captain waiter just over one year-and-a-half of hard work and pure dedication.