Cambridge University launches own chef/waiter competition

Cambridge University has launched it’s own competition to find the top chef and waiter from its colleges.

The University of Cambridge Culinary Competition 2009 is inviting entrants across eight different categories in addition to two front of house classes and an exciting live event.

Chefs will be required to produce a dish of their choice for a judging session on 5 November at Cambridge’s Guildhall which will be open to the public. The eight food presentation classes are: Canapés, Cold Starter, Hot Main Course, Hot Vegetarian Main Course, Under 21’s, Cold Sweet, Afternoon Tea Cakes and Petit Fours.

College front of house staff will also demonstrate their Table Laying & Waiting Skills and their ideas for Table Decorations with the University’s 800th Anniversary Theme. Awards will also be given for Best in Show and Best Newcomer.

Kelly Vickers, manager of Conference Cambridge, who is on the committee organising the competition said: “Dining at a Cambridge College is a unique experience enjoyed by thousands of visitors to the City each year. This annual competition highlights the excellent quality, range and creativity of the food on offer, as well as demonstrating the skills of the front of house staff who have an important role to play in welcoming guests at the venues”.

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By Emily Manson

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