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Best Chef of the Year 2027
Best Chef of the Year honours outstanding achievement in hospitality, assessed against published criteria by an independent international panel.
Opens 2026-09-08 Closes 2027-07-23 £120 entry
Eligibility
Open to individuals and organisations with demonstrable results in hospitality during the qualifying period. Self-nomination and third-party nomination are both accepted.
Criteria
- Demonstrable, measurable impact in the qualifying period
- Evidence of professional or organisational leadership
- Contribution to standards, safety or sustainability
- Independent references or client testimony
Judging weights
Impact & results35%
Quality of evidence25%
Innovation20%
Leadership & influence20%
Prize
Engraved trophy, verified digital certificate and a winner feature across BC to AD channels
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