THREE staff members from The Castle Hotel were recognised at the business’ annual awards.

Hanna Szmiel was recognised as the four-star Taunton hotel’s employee of the year, while Babara Zrupko took the runner-up position.

Hanna works in the Castle’s housekeeping department, and Barbara works in the kitchen.

Luke Noble was also recognised for his work, being given a certificate of achievement for outstanding customer service.

Sarah Berry, sales and marketing manager for The Castle, said: “Excellent customer service and a true passion for the industry are two of the attributes sought in individuals when the Castle Hotel recruit new members to their team.

“At this year’s annual celebration, the dedication and hard work of so many team members, made the task of recognising the outstanding qualities of just one individual so difficult that Proprietors Kit and Louise Chapman, along with the management team, decided to recognise and reward, not one but three.”