Cheltenham Chef v Chef 2010

The conception and formulation of this annual competition is to promote modern cuisine exploring the use of local seasonal produce, allowing young chefs to feature classical and innovative kitchen skills in their search for culinary excellence.

The town of Cheltenham and surrounding areas have a magnitude of fine restaurants and dining experiences to explore from traditional to themed, with innovative and eclectic cultures. Offering excellence to local, national and international visitors is significant in maintaining a high profile.

The importance in providing quality training locally is enhanced by Gloscol culinary skills programmes, where many students have embarked on their careers in the hospitality industry, often being the protégés for the next generation.

We are eager to promote and continue training for the skills that are required for the chefs of the 21st century and would like to give them the opportunity to develop their careers through the Chef v Chef Competition.

The competition has two age categories:

Under 23 years of age on 16 February 2010

23 years of age and over on 16 February 2010

Competition Schedule:

Cheltenham Chef v Chef 16 February 2010 10.00am - 16.30pm

Completed Entry Forms must be returned by 29 January 2010

Cook-off at Gloscol on 16 February 2010

U23's arrive at 8.45am at Gloucester Campus.
9.00-9.30 Set up station.
9.30 - 12.00 Produce 2 x Main Course and 2 x Dessert.
12.00-12.30 Judging.
12.30-1.00 Lunch.
5.00pm Results and presentation of awards.

Over 23's arrive at 12.45pm at Gloucester Campus.
1.00-1.45 Set up station.
1.45-2.15 Submit Menus to Judges.
2.15-4.15 Produce 2 x Main Course and 2 x Dessert from Mystery Box of ingredients.
4.15-4.45 Judging.
5.00pm Results and presentation of Awards.

Hosted by Gloscol
Sponsored by Catering Services International

The Judges:

James Parkinson, Executive Head Chef, Von Essen Hotels
Terry Woolcock, Head Chef, Hatherley Manor
David Kelman, Head Chef, Lower Slaugther Manor
Matt Weedon, Head Chef, Lords of the Manor

How to enter