28/08/2026
Catholic Homes has enjoyed outstanding success at the Western Australian Hospitality in Healthcare Excellence Awards.
Our Resident MasterChef Project, led by Stephanie Ellwood and Vivek Shetty, was named **Project of the Year**, while St Vincent’s Chef Manager, Godofredo (Jeff) San Diego, received the **Brilliance in Service Award**.
We were also proud to see Sister Mary Glowrey Head Chef Manoj nominated for the **Values in Action/Exceptional Customer Service Award**, recognising his person-centred leadership and commitment to creating meaningful dining experiences for residents.
More than 50 residents from five Catholic Homes locations helped bring the MasterChef project to life. They grew herbs, created table settings, practised alongside our chefs and stepped into the kitchen as sous chefs for the final mystery box challenge.
Jeff was recognised for the exceptional care he brings to dining at St Vincent’s. He listens to residents and families, creates meals around individual needs and cultures, and develops experiences such as monthly Breakfast Clubs that help residents connect and form new friendships.
Congratulations to Jeff, Manoj, Stephanie and Vivek, as well as our residents and everyone who contributed to the Resident MasterChef Project. This recognition celebrates the important role food can play in creating choice, dignity, confidence, connection and joy.
Our two Western Australian award winners will now progress to the national awards. We wish them the very best! 🎉