Stars of the Industry
About the Event
The Stars of the Industry Awards Dinner is an annual celebration that honors outstanding professionals in the state's hospitality industry. This prestigious event recognizes exceptional individuals and teams in restaurants, hotels, tourism and hospitality management across Alabama.
The awards span a variety of categories, including:
- Front & Heart of the House Hospitality Employee of the Year
- Hospitality Department Manager of the Year
- Small Hotelier of the Year
- Hotelier of the Year
- Front & Back of the House Restaurant Employee of the Year
- Hospitality Leadership Award
- Restaurant Leadership Award
- Best New Culinarian of the Year
- Restaurant Manager of the Year
- Chef of the Year
- Tourism Promotor of the Year
- Supplier of the Year
- Restaurateur of the Year
- Humanitarian Award
- Spirit Award
This event is a cornerstone of Alabama’s hospitality and restaurant community, celebrating the dedication and excellence of those who make the industry shine!
Schedule of Events
5:00 PM – Registration/ Nametag (ticket) Pickup
5:00 PM – Bartender Competition Begins
6:30 PM – Dinner Begins
Join us at the Annual Stars of the Industry Awards Dinner!
Nominations
Anyone can nominate a deserving individual for the Alabama Stars of the Industry Awards. ARHA encourages nominations from employers and colleagues who wish to recognize outstanding professional in the state's restaurant and hospitality industries. Nominations are open to anyone who wants to acknowledge the exceptional contributions in the restaurant, lodging and tourism sectors.