The Craft Guild of Chefs

The Craft Guild of Chefs Established in 1885 under its former name of the Cookery and Food Association. No other association boasts such a broad and experienced membership.
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Our members come from all aspects of the foodservice and hospitality sectors working in a wide variety of positions from students and trainees to top management.

Love British Food has welcomed Red Tractor as its lead assurance partner for 2026, bringing the two organisations togeth...
20/08/2026

Love British Food has welcomed Red Tractor as its lead assurance partner for 2026, bringing the two organisations together to champion British food and strengthen demand for assured British produce within the foodservice, retail and public sector.

By connecting the influence of both organisations, the partnership aims to make a stronger case for sourcing British food across the supply chain. The announcement comes as Love British Food celebrates its 25th anniversary.

Kraft Heinz has issued a final call for entries for its culinary competition, Masters of the Menu 2026, with independent...
18/08/2026

Kraft Heinz has issued a final call for entries for its culinary competition, Masters of the Menu 2026, with independent chefs across the UK encouraged to submit their recipes before entries close on 31st August 2026.

Returning for a second year following a successful 2025 launch, the competition has expanded for 2026 with a £5,000 cash prize for the winner, an enhanced judging panel including 2025 champion Stefan Sewell and a new partnership with CORD by Le Cordon Bleu.

Umbrella Training has announced it has successfully achieved the 2026 Princess Royal Training Award.The Princess Royal T...
18/08/2026

Umbrella Training has announced it has successfully achieved the 2026 Princess Royal Training Award.

The Princess Royal Training Award celebrates organisations that champion learning and development and show a commitment to investing in their people.

We can now reveal that Will Torrent, senior development chef at Waitrose, will be sharing his experience and insights at...
12/08/2026

We can now reveal that Will Torrent, senior development chef at Waitrose, will be sharing his experience and insights at the Education & Training Summit, which is taking place on 7-8th January at Leicester College.

He brings a wealth of industry experience and a unique perspective on the skills, knowledge and creativity required to build a successful career within today’s food industry. The session will also provide valuable insight into how students can be prepared for career opportunities in the food industry.

Booking is now open for this event so check the link in our comments ⬇️

The British Culinary Championships (BCC), which is one of the UK’s largest live culinary competitions, has added a North...
11/08/2026

The British Culinary Championships (BCC), which is one of the UK’s largest live culinary competitions, has added a Northern version of the competition that will take place at Hull College on Wednesday 28th October 2026.

The Salon, managed by Hull College in association with the Craft Guild of Chefs, is introducing a Northern heat of the BCC to encourage colleges in the Midlands and the North to enter their students.

All competitors who reach the required standard will be presented with a BCC Salon Culinaire medal and certificate. Awards will be made to the standard achieved.

Enter via our website using the link in our comments ⬇️

11/08/2026

When our chair gives us an update on what he’s working on from a rather unusual location…

What an amazing view!

Our next wellness event is open for booking and will take place on 15th September at Evolve Hospitality.This event has b...
10/08/2026

Our next wellness event is open for booking and will take place on 15th September at Evolve Hospitality.

This event has been created to break the silence around menopause at work. Amy Curtis shares practical strategies to build strength, resilience and confidence

Join us for an inspiring and practical session exploring menopause in the hospitality workplace. Designed to encourage open conversations and provide actionable strategies, this event will help you better understand the changes women experience and discover ways to build strength, resilience and confidence during this transition.

Featuring Amy Curtis, a specialist Personal Trainer dedicated to women’s health, this session will explore how movement, nutrition and lifestyle can support physical wellbeing, mental resilience and professional performance during menopause.

The event is free to attend but places must be booked in advance.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/empowering-the-menopausal-hospitality-workforce-tickets-1995416404180?aff=oddtdtcreator

For the first time since 2019, the Compass Chef of the Year competition will return in front of a live audience at Lockh...
06/08/2026

For the first time since 2019, the Compass Chef of the Year competition will return in front of a live audience at Lockhart Catering Equipment’s Catering Innovation Show.

Taking place at London’s Business Design Centre in Islington on 5th October 2026, the free-to-attend event will once again bring together leading manufacturers, suppliers, chefs, and industry experts for a day dedicated to innovation.

Visitors will be able to watch the competition unfold throughout the day, celebrating emerging talent, witnessing the latest culinary techniques demonstrated by leading chefs, and how innovative equipment can play a defining role in the future of food.

We are delighted to share that chef Chris Galvin will be one of the keynote speakers at the Education & Training Summit ...
04/08/2026

We are delighted to share that chef Chris Galvin will be one of the keynote speakers at the Education & Training Summit 2027, taking place on 7-8th January at Leicester College.

The summit will begin with a networking dinner on the evening of Thursday 7th January, followed by a full business programme on Friday 8th January, bringing together lecturers, chefs, trainers, employers and industry leaders from across the UK to discuss the future of hospitality education.

Head to our website to find out more and get involved ⬇️

The Royal Academy of Culinary Arts announced the highest achievers of the 2026 Annual Awards of Excellence (AAE) at Clar...
03/08/2026

The Royal Academy of Culinary Arts announced the highest achievers of the 2026 Annual Awards of Excellence (AAE) at Claridge’s Hotel in London.
The event brought together leading figures from across the hospitality industry to recognise the ‘exceptional talent, dedication and skill’ of the next generation of hospitality professionals. The 2026 highest achievers were:

Brian Turner Trophy (Young Chef of the Year): Callum Davidson, chef de partie, The Georgian at Harrods

John Huber Trophy (Young Pastry Chef of the Year): Charlotte Vicars, pastry chef de partie, Rhubarb Hospitality Group (University of West London)

W***y Bauer Trophy (Young Waiter of the Year): Kyla Henderson, chef de rang, The Ritz London

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