Lobby Sofitel Werribee Park Mansion Hotel & Spa was named Best Restaurant (Accommodation) at the 2008 Australian Hotels Association’s State Awards for Excellence.

Sofitel Werribee Park Mansion Hotel & Spa’s general manager, John Dickson accepted the award on Monday 10 November at Melbourne’s Crown Palladium Ballroom.

“This award is a great honour and a true reflection of the hard work and dedication by executive chef Martin Horsley, restaurant manager Sam Pigeault and the entire Joseph’s team.

“Martin’s appointment as executive chef in February 2008, his commitment to presenting an innovative and produce-driven menu and the team’s dedication to training and improving customer service have put Joseph’s Restaurant back on the map,” said Dickson.