Young Chef Competition

The Rotary Club of Banbury is organizing the Young Chef Competition local heat on January 14, 2024, at Wykham Park Academy's Futures Building, which was successfully used in the previous year. Finalists, along with their families and judges, should arrive by 5:30 p.m. for a 6:00 p.m. start. Only finalists and three judges will be allowed in the cooking area during the two-hour competition.

Participants must prepare a main course and dessert for display, providing their own menu, cutlery, and glasses. Judging will focus on presentation, with trophies for the winner and runner-up, and certificates for all finalists. Clean-up is the responsibility of the finalists, as the academy will be operational the next day, and the building must be locked by 9:00 p.m.

Applications are due by December 6, 2024, and should include ingredient lists, costs (maximum £18 per meal), processes, and schedules. Submissions can be emailed to bernardgoodchild367@gmail.com or delivered to Henry’s Tailors, with collection from the academy available upon request.

Volunteers are sought for 10 members to fill set up, stewarding and hosting duties on the night using the ClubRunner Sign Up link below: