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Competition judges and prizes
JUDGES
Young Chef Young Waiter has boasted some of the industry’s best known and respected judges. For YCYW 2010, Bruce Poole at Chez Bruce will continue as Chair of Chef Judges and Stephen Mannock, National Skills Academy for Hospitality, as Chair of Waiter Judges.
Past chef judges have included:
James Bennington, La Trompette;
David Everitt-Matthias, Le Champignon Sauvage;
Chris Galvin, Galvins;
Angela Hartnett, Murano;
Nigel Haworth, Northcote Manor;
Phil Howard, The Square;
David Mulcahy, Sodexo;
Shane Osborn, Pied à Terre;
James Parkinson, von Essen hotels;
Andrew Pern, The Star Inn;
Theo Randall, Theo Randall at the InterContinental;
Stephen Williams, The Harwood Arms.
Past waiter judges have included:
Mark Bevan, Chester Grosvenor;
Peter Birnie, Livetourism;
Jean-Claude Breton, Gordon Ramsay;
Beppo Buchanan-Smith, Isle of Eriska Hotel;
Simon Girling, The Ritz;
Simon King, The Fat Duck;
Andrew McKenzie, The Vineyard at Stockcross;
Jeremy Rata, Bovey Castle;
Nick Shottell, Café 21;
Julia Sibley, Savoy Educational Trust;
Esher Williams, The Fat Duck.
PRIZES
Great competition, great prizes!
Regional Final Prizes
All regional finalists will receive a certificate plus gifts courtesy of our sponsors Champagne Laurent-Perrier, Savoy Educational Trust and Villeroy & Boch.
Prizes courtesy of the Savoy Educational Trust will be awarded at each Regional Final to the four chefs and four waiters selected to go through to the National Final.
National Finalists’ Prize
All 16 national finalists win an exclusive invitation to visit Champagne Laurent-Perrier, 27th – 29th September. To be eligible to take up your place at the National Final on 20th October all competitors must be available to attend the visit as it is an integral part of the competition.
All national finalists will receive a certificate plus a bottle of Champagne Laurent-Perrier, a commemorative plate, courtesy of Villeroy & Boch and a commemorative jacket (chefs) or apron (waiters), courtesy of Denny’s.
First Prize
£1000 for each winner, plus:
A three-day culinary course sponsored by S.Pellegrino at the University of Alma, based in Parma, Italy. The prize includes practical courses on food, wine and water with culinary tutorials by top chefs.
A three-day visit to Luxembourg sponsored by Villeroy & Boch.
Second Prize
£750 for each runner-up plus:
A two-night break at von Essen's Lewtrenchard Manor in Devon including a unique dining experience at 'Purple Carrot', courtesy of von Essen hotels.
A Canteen of Villeroy & Boch Cutlery.
Third Prize
Third place chef and waiter will receive £500 plus:
Courtesy of Sodexo, a day’s experience at one of its most prestigious contracts followed by an exclusive dining experience.
A Canteen of Villeroy & Boch Cutlery.
Cash Prizes are courtesy of the Savoy Educational Trust
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“I have great respect for any competitor attempting to win this title and I am excited about the prospect of working with the talented individuals who progress in the later stages.”
– Bruce Poole, Chez Bruce, Chair of Chef Judges |
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“An exciting competition showcasing front of house professionals and giving them the opportunity to demonstrate their true talent and passion for our diverse industry.”
– Stephen Mannock, National Skills Academy for Hospitality, Chair of Waiter Judges |
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| FORTHCOMING EVENTS |
| 12 Sep 2010 |
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Hospitaly Action - Polo Day
Beaufort Polo Club,
On Sunday 12th September Beaufort Polo Club will host Hospitality Action’s first ever polo day. The money raised will go directly to those in the hospitality industry who have fallen upon hard times. more>> |
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| 17-18 Sep 2010 |
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Discover Zadar - An Adriatic Odyssey
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Hosted by the City of Zadar, UK Trade & Investment team Croatia, the British Embassy Croatia, the Ministry of Sea, transport and infrastructure, and last,
but not least the Garden Festival team this 2 day business event will highlight all the opportunities in the wider Zadar region. more>> |
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| 19-21 Sep 2010 |
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Food and Drink Journalism
Hertford College,
Food and Drink Journalism is a two-day residential course run by Guy Dimond, Food Editor of Time Out
and Susan Low, Deputy Editor of Delicious. more>> |
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