Social Enterprise Kent Announces Young Cooks Competition

Social Enterprise Kent Announces Young Cooks Competition

Igniting Culinary Passion in Young People

Social Enterprise Kent (SEK) are delighted to announce the launch of the Young Cooks Competition, designed to ignite the passion for cooking in young people. This exciting initiative not only enhances their culinary skills but also increases their knowledge of food and nutrition, cost control, and budgeting—essential life skills that empower them to feed a family.

Exciting Opportunities Await!

Participants in the Young Cooks Program have the chance to win amazing prizes, including:

• Invitations to a “Masterchef” style live final
• Work experience opportunities
• Masterclasses and behind-the-scenes tours
• Cash prizes

How to Enter:

Entering the Young Cooks Program is simple! All entries should include:

• A list of ingredients
• The method used to prepare the dish(es)
• A breakdown of the cost of each dish
• A photo of the dish(es) they have prepared

Entry Requirements:

Primary and Secondary

• Prepare a main course using at least 6 items from the following list: Potatoes, Leeks, Mushrooms, Rice, Butter, Stock Cubes, Pasta, Flour, Carrots, Milk, Garlic, Tinned Tomatoes, Onions, Eggs, Meat, Beans, Pulses, Fish, Lentils.
• Additional ingredients may be added, but the total cost for 4 portions should not exceed £16.00.
• Entrants have 1.5 hours to prepare the dish and clear away.

16+ Category:

• Prepare a 3-course meal for 2 people.
• The total cost for 2 portions of the 3 dishes should not exceed £20.00.
• Entrants have 2.5 hours to prepare the dishes and clear away.

The Social Value of Young Cooks Competition:

The Young Cooks Competition is more than just a cooking contest. It aims to:

• Empower young people with essential life skills such as budgeting, cost control, and nutritional knowledge.
• Promote healthy eating habits and a deeper understanding of food.
• Nurture imagination and confidence in the kitchen, encouraging young chefs to explore and innovate.
• Build community connections by bringing together young people, families, and local businesses.
• Provide valuable opportunities for personal and professional growth through work experience and masterclasses.

We look forward to seeing the creativity and culinary skills of our young chefs. Join us in celebrating the joy of cooking and the wonderful world of food!

Find out more and enter today!

https://sekgroup.org.uk/support/sek-schools/young-cooks-competition/ 

This competition is made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors: Brakes, COOK Food, Culinera Caterer, Dog at Wingham, EKC, Lilys Social Kitchen CIC, Macknade, Three R's, University of Greenwich Natural Resources Institute