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On Monday night the Australian Hotels Association Western Australia (AHA WA) hosted the 2020 Hospitality Awards for Excellence in Perth. The highly acclaimed Ritz-Carlton, Perth has cemented its standing as a lifestyle destination bringing stellar experiences and legendary service to its guests.

The Ritz-Carlton, Perth was nominated as a finalist across 16 categories and won the top award for two categories including the Conference and Functions Award, and Venue Manager Award which was awarded to Assistant Food and Beverage Manager Stephen Hollow.

“We are honoured to be recognised by the AHA WA for these award categories. We are very proud of our conference and function facilities and Stephen for his passion and dedication in creating memorable guest experiences,” said Dario Orsini General Manager of

The Ritz-Carlton, Perth.

AHA WA awards are a prestigious accolade for The Ritz-Carlton, Perth after being open for just one year, following the official hotel opening on 15th of November 2019. The hotel opening marked a milestone for Australian hospitality with the widely recognised Ritz-Carlton brand bringing its luxury offering to Perth.

The Ritz-Carlton, Perth has brought architectural design, local influence and Perth’s natural beauty together in 2000 square metres of memorable event, conferencing and meeting space which can be tailored to bring any occasion to life. Located in the heart of the city, the hotel is an urban landmark, elevating the meetings and events offering in Perth. The diverse meeting spaces offer unique sweeping views across Elizabeth Quay, the Swan River or Bell Tower.

Stephen Hollow leads a team of passionate Ladies and Gentlemen as Assistant Food and Beverage Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Perth overseeing Hearth Restaurant & Lounge and in-room dining. With 15 years of restaurant experience, Stephen brings a passion for personalised service and tailored guest experience, and helps shape the immersive Western Australian food and wine offering at Hearth.

The Ritz-Carlton, Perth was listed as a finalist in the following categories:

Training Initiative Award – Hotel

Social Media Activity Award – Hotel

Conference and Functions Award – Hotel

New Venue Award – Hearth

Restaurant Award – Hearth

Wine List Award – Hearth

The Lion Beer Australia Bar Presentation & Service Award – Songbird

Cocktail Bar Award – Songbird

Outdoor Area Award – Songbird

Rising Star Award – Ana Katrina Lim

Cookery Services Employee Award – Martin Lau

Food and Beverage Services Employee Award – Mathieu Fichot

Front Office & Administration Services Employee Award – Chiara Dichiera

Head Chef Award – Danny Feng

Venue Manager Award – Stephen Hollow

Excellence in Service Award – Ljiljana Miric