British Culinary Federation | Young Chef

The British Culinary Federation (BCF) is now accepting entries for both the Young Chef of the Year 2015 and the Chef of the Year 2016.

The Young Chef of the Year competition is open to any young chef who is 23 years of age or under and entries must be received by October 5. Now in its 18th year, one of the main aims of the British Culinary Federation is to encourage and support young chefs to strive for excellence within their chosen profession. This prestigious competition is an opportunity for young chefs to demonstrate their culinary skills and talent. The winner will be presented with the David Bache Trophy together with a cheque for £250 and a framed certificate, commemorative plate and also wins a study tour to Luxembourg with Villeroy & Boch. The BCF are also calling all chefs to enter the Chef of the Year competition, entries must

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be received by January 22 2016. As well as receiving a cash prize of £2,500, a Grant SV 200 Stirring Unit and dinner for two at a Michelin starred restaurant, the winner will also have the opportunity to join the squad of the English National Culinary Team who will be representing their country at the Culinary World Cup, Erfurt, Germany in October 2016.

Talking about the standard of the 2014 Chef of the Year finalists, Ashley Palmer Watts said: “BCF Chef of the Year 2014 attracted a very strong line up of chefs. Standards set were exceptional and showcased the excellent talent within our industry. I am delighted to be involved once again and look forward to what I am sure will be another challenging and very rewarding experience for the finalists”

>>> Click here for more information on both competitions or to download the entry form

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