Young Chef Competition
The Rotary Young Chef competition gives entrants the chance to develop their culinary skills and be judged by leading industry professionals.
Whether you’re keen on a culinary career or just an enthusiastic home cook, this competition is a fantastic opportunity.
Young Chef Competition 2026-27
Entrants plan and cook a two-course meal (main course and dessert), develop their food presentation skills, and gain experience in high-pressure situations.
Entrants must be between the ages of 11 – 17 (as of 31st August 2026).
The winner of the Rotary Young Chef National Final will receive a prize of a two-day trip to Tuscany, which includes cookery classes to learn the secrets of regional Italian cooking.
Club competitions completed during August to September 2026. Entries to District Round to organiser by 1st January 2027. District Final 6th February 2027 at Loughborough College.
The 2026-27 information pack for the Public
See the results from the last District Final, Cluster Final and National Final
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