Budding chefs can now apply to work with their idols as Ora King salmon confirms the three New Zealand chefs who are leading its 2017 mentoring programme. Applications are now open for The Ora King Next Generation mentoring programme which aims to nurture future stars of the culinary world. The unique industry initiative offers young chefs a rare opportunity to capitalise on the skills and experience of some of the country’s most established chefs. Darren Wright, Marc Soper, and Michael Meredith form this year’s chef mentor panel are committed to helping young chefs develop the essentials skills needed to progress in New Zealand’s fast-paced food service industry.
“If any young and ambitious chefs are looking to progress their career, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend applying to take part in The Ora King Next Generation mentoring programme,” said Michael Meredith. “It’s a fantastic opportunity to diversify their skill set, get some insights in some of the great kitchens in NZ, build upon their network and enjoy a completely new experience.”
The programme is open to all chefs who have a passion to learn and develop. Ideally applicants will have a couple of years’ commercial kitchen experience and are either Commis or Chef de Partie level. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis however, so promising individuals with less experience but who are highly ambitious will be considered. Each applicant must have the consent of his or her head chef or employer to enter and must be available to participate in both stages of the programme.
