Top 10 Finalist Chefs To Represent Australia & New Zealand

Jul 31, 2020

This year has been like no other. In response to the challenges presented by the hospitality lockdowns, the competition quickly pivoted from a regional cook-off in culinary kitchens across Australia, to video entry. A new trans-Tasman element was also introduced with the competition launching into New Zealand to support even more chefs.

Representing talent from across Australia and New Zealand, the new competition format has seen a host of new young chefs put themselves to the test, showcasing themselves and their best dish. 

Executive Chef and Nestlé Professional head judge Mark Clayton says, “We’re really impressed by each and every chef for having the courage to give it a go with their video submissions, presenting themselves and their food to a high standard. We promised to standby our young chef community and our judges have been truly impressed by the level of creativity demonstrated and commitment from the chefs this year. It has been outstanding.”

Meet the Top Ten Golden Chef’s here and check out their epic dish creations:
https://www.nestleprofessional.com.au/2020-grand-finalists

The 2020 Chef of the Year will be awarded an AUD$10,000 cash prize to further their culinary career.

The Nestlé GOLDEN CHEF'S HAT AWARD is celebrating 55 years this year and exists to offer the next generation of young chef talent a platform to accelerate their culinary careers and become the culinary leaders of tomorrow.

The Nestlé GOLDEN CHEF'S HAT AWARD proudly partners with the Australian Culinary Federation and NZChefs, who share in the collective vision of being dedicated to the development of young chefs and the future of the industry. We thank them for their ongoing support.
 
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