A County Derry man has been shortlisted in a ‘life changing’ competition to find the UK’s best young chef. The Roux Scholarship is the biggest UK competition for chefs under 30 and previous winners have gone on to head some of the UK’s top kitchens and earn Michelin stars. Ryan Porter, 29, was raised in Magherafelt from the age of
Continue reading In this climate, operators have had to find ways to satisfy their diners, adapting their menus with fewer selections featuring quality menu items, that also deliver on flavour, consistency, speed, and margins. Clever culinary solutions that offset the complexity involved in the preparation of various components to a dish, without compromising on the flavour, are essential to deliver today’s menus.
Continue reading Those of you who have tried tofu previously probably have a good grasp on the numerous kinds available and the best methods for preparing each. For those just starting out, silken tofu may seem like a new universe waiting to be discovered. Instead of floundering around in confusion and feeling overwhelmed, read this article. The versatility of silken tofu allows
Continue reading 350 Bakehouse and Cafe is experience short shortages, forcing them to stop their hot breakfast and lunch options for the time being. (350 Bakehouse Cafe/Facebook) Kelowna’s 350 Bakehouse ending grill options due to staff shortage Cafe will focus on grab-and-go and deli items, as well as baked goods The pandemic hit many people and businesses hard and the effects are
Continue reading School Meals Department wants staff shortages fixed by Monday (File) NEWYou can now listen to Loop News articles! Employees of the School Meals Department are hoping for a solution to their staff shortages by next Monday. Staff at the Harbour Road, St Michael centre walked off the job early Friday morning, after expressing frustration with several issues surrounding defective equipment,
Continue reading Leading AI company Bear Robotics is launching Servi, an innovative new robot set to revolutionise the food service industry. Servi helps hospitality and care home businesses, assisting staff by utilizing AI and autonomous robot technology to serve drinks and food and clear tables. This, in turn, allows waiting staff and care home employees to focus on spending quality time and
Continue reading As the restaurant industry tries to recover from the pandemic, it is facing a new crisis: a staff shortage in the kitchen.According to Bureau of Labor Statistics, the need for chefs and head cooks is far outpacing the number of students interested in those careers.The bureau projects the need for head cooks and chefs will rise 25% by 2030, far faster than
Continue reading Canada is facing a crisis for skilled workers –2022 CHEFS in huge demand for Canada immigration. The country has been facing a labour shortage as an after effect of the pandemic. As a result, Canada not only has increased its immigrant intake but is now targeting profiles that have a very high demand. Canada is a melting pot of cultures.
Continue reading A recent report from a government think-tank recommended that chefs be removed from the shortage occupation list. To put it simply, this would have meant that the UK no longer looks to other countries to fill job vacancies in the UK. The report was released recently by the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC), which offer independent advice to the government about
Continue reading Hospitality businesses across the globe have been affected by the difficulties of finding the right staff, with a shortage of chefs proving to be a particular problem. Martin-Christian Kent, executive director, People 1st, explains. Hospitality businesses across the globe have been affected by the difficulties of finding the right staff, with a shortage of chefs proving to be a particular
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