
Apprentice culinary personnel from across Ireland will converge at the Great Southern Hotel in Killarney on February 7 to compete in a national commis chef apprenticeship competition organised by the Irish Hotels Federation, the Kerry Education and Training Board and other industry stakeholders.
The event will not only display exceptional culinary skills but also shed light on a crucial solution to Ireland’s ongoing hospitality staff crisis.
The participating apprentices will represent a diverse cross-section of emerging talent from several counties and it promises to showcase a melting pot of creativity and passion

Beyond the competition, the event offers a unique opportunity for attendees to gain valuable insights into the world of apprenticeship.
Live cookery and display competitions will be complemented by inspiring talks from prominent figures in the culinary world, aiming to address the current challenges faced by the hospitality sector.
Among the highlights are guest speakers Mike Tweedie, Head Chef of the Oak Room and Eddie Attwell, Head Chef of Eccles Hotel, Glengarriff.
A panel discussion featuring culinary leaders John Drummond of The Gleneagle, Emer Corridan, Cahernane House Hotel and Odhran Lucey, Rose Hotel, will underscore the importance of mentoring and training the next generation of chefs and their insights will contribute to the broader conversation about the role apprenticeships play in ensuring the future success of the hospitality industry.
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