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Saturday 8 June and Sunday 9 June, 2024

Akaroa / House of Knives Emerging Chef of the Year 2024
@ NZ School Food& Wine [NZSFW]

Enter Now!

Sponsors: Moffat NZ, Southern Hospitality, House of Knives
Sponsors products: Akaroa Salmon, Nestlé Professional, Queen Professional, Safe Food, NZSFW and NZ Chefs.

For more information and criteria visit the Akaroa Salmon / House of Knives Emerging Chef of the Year 2024 page.

The winner will receive:

1 x $500 Southern Hospitality Voucher
Lodge Pan Dual Handle 30x50cm
Gift pack of Sponsors products

The 2nd, 3rd and 4th Place holders will receive:

1 x $100 Southern Hospitality Voucher
Gift pack of Sponsors products

Download and print the Akaroa Salmon / House of Knives Emerging Chef 2024 Entry Form here

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Now entering its 59th year, Golden Chefs is Australia’s longest running culinary competition for young chefs. For those who take part, it can be a unique career defining moment where participants are put to the test showcasing their skills and expertise for industry recognition.

Entry is open online until Monday 6 May at goldenchefs.com.au for New Zealand and Australian chefs aged 16-24 years, as of 31 December 2024. So long as they meet the eligibility criteria, they will be guaranteed a spot at the regional heats.

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