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Bakery of the Year Award
For the bakery worth getting up early for
RecognisesCustomer serviceProfessional achievementCreativity
RecognitionBusinessCommunityIndustry
About this category
The Bakery of the Year Award celebrates a bakery whose bread, cakes and bakes are made with real skill and care.
It rewards quality ingredients, craft and a bakery its customers would not be without.
Eligibility
Open to retail, artisan and café bakeries, based in or serving the region. Self-nominations and nominations made by others are both welcome.
Judging criteria
- Entries are judged on the quality and range of bakes
- Craft and ingredients
- Customer loyalty and reviews
- The growth of the business
Qualitative criteria
- Clarity of concept and offer
- Reputation with guests and partners
- Culture and the team behind the business
Metrics
- Revenue and growth
- Guest satisfaction, reviews and repeat business
- Jobs created or retained
Additional criteria
- Include figures for the last one to two years
- Examples of standout work and testimonials from guests or partners
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