Simon Houston and Dave Hawkes Win Foodservice Caterer Award at The Cateys 2026

A huge moment for Houston & Hawkes ✨

We are incredibly proud to share that our founders, Simon Houston and Dave Hawkes, have won the Foodservice Caterer Award at The Cateys 2026.

One of the hospitality industry’s most prestigious accolades, this is an incredible achievement for Simon and Dave and a hugely deserved recognition of the vision, ambition and energy they have poured into Houston & Hawkes from day one.

Since founding the business, their ambition has always been to do things differently.

To build a catering company that feels personal. One that stays close to its people and clients, moves quickly, challenges the status quo and never loses sight of what really matters.

That belief has shaped Houston & Hawkes into the business it is today.

A business built around people 👥

While this award rightly recognises Simon and Dave and everything they have achieved as founders, they would be the first to say that the Houston & Hawkes story has never been about two people alone.

It has been shaped by the brilliant teams who bring energy, care and creativity to our locations every day.

By the clients who have trusted us with their workplaces, challenged us to keep improving and given us the freedom to think differently.

By the customers who engage with what we do and continue to inspire us to create better food, experiences and moments.

And by the partners and suppliers who share our values and play such an important role in helping us deliver on our promises.

Every person involved in Houston & Hawkes has played a part in shaping the business we have become.

Recognition of the journey so far 🚀

This award is a particularly special one because it recognises more than a single project or moment.

It celebrates the journey.

The decisions made along the way. The risks taken. The relationships built. The lessons learned. The culture created. And the continued belief that a growing business can still be personal, purposeful and full of heart.

From the very beginning, Simon and Dave have worked to create a business where great food and brilliant hospitality go hand in hand with looking after people, doing business responsibly and building long-term relationships.

There have been some incredible milestones along the way, but this is undoubtedly one of the biggest.

To be recognised by the industry at The Cateys is a hugely proud moment, not only for Simon and Dave, but for everyone connected to Houston & Hawkes.

Thank you 🙌

To our teams, clients, customers, partners and suppliers, thank you.

Thank you for your trust, support, ideas, energy and belief.

You continue to play a crucial role in our journey and in shaping what Houston & Hawkes will become next.

And to Simon and Dave, a huge congratulations.

An incredible achievement. A very special night. And an extremely proud moment for everyone at Houston & Hawkes.

Congratulations, Simon and Dave. 🏆