Nino Zoccali and Colin Barker address the issue of the current apprentice shortage in the culinary industry and the importance of educating the upcoming chefs in managing their business, as well as the culinary arts.
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Telegraph reports: CHEFS ARE A RARE BREAD
Posted on March 24, 2015 , Comments Off on Telegraph reports: CHEFS ARE A RARE BREADNiel Keene from Daily Telegraph reports on shortage of chefs in NSW:
“Restaurant and Catering Australia said yesterday that NSW needed an extra 2500 chefs, from apprentices all the way up to the top of the career ladder, to cater for rising demand.”
If you’d like to kick start your career as a Chef, check out ASPIRE. A new HTN course that guarantees industry placement at the completion of 8 week training period.
read moreNo one wants to get their hands dirty…
Posted on March 23, 2015 , Comments Off on No one wants to get their hands dirty…Are young people too picky to take up an apprenticeship?
Listen to the 2UE radio interview with Michael Bennett, discussing why young people are not keen on becoming apprentices; and what solutions lie at hand.
ASPIRE program kicks off on 7th Apr – Don’t miss out on a career!
Posted on March 23, 2015 , Comments Off on ASPIRE program kicks off on 7th Apr – Don’t miss out on a career!Read the GoHospitality article about this 8wk preparatory program, that includes theory and face-to-face practical components followed by an industry placement. A perfect way to gain entry into the world of cooking!
Check out ASPIRE details and apply today (no obligation).
read moreGroup Training Australia’s magazine Network, talks about ASPIRE – a new kind of training for a new generation of Chefs
Posted on March 19, 2015 , Comments Off on Group Training Australia’s magazine Network, talks about ASPIRE – a new kind of training for a new generation of ChefsHospitality industry magazine Network, discusses new training possibilities for upcoming chefs with HTN’s ASPIRE program.
“At the end of the eight-week program, graduates will be offered apprenticeships in some of Australia’s best kitchens (terms & conditions apply – read more on http://www.htn.com.au/aspire).
Aspiring chefs will experience masterclasses and workshops from leading chefs, and will also have access to hundreds of training videos via HTN Online, allowing participants to showcase their skills and work.“
Read the whole article here.
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‘Skills need to be served up quickly’
Posted on March 15, 2015 , Comments Off on ‘Skills need to be served up quickly’North Shore Times article talks about shortage of skills in hospitality, whilst Richard Weintz, an apprentice chef at Aqua Dining, tells his story of how he ended up in the hospitality industry: “I ended up wanting more than just being a kitchen and and scrubbing dishes, so I decided to make it official and get a qualification.”
To learn more about becoming a Chef, see HTN’s new program ASPIRE.
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Total Chef Launch Party @ Harbour 220
Posted on March 5, 2015 , Comments Off on Total Chef Launch Party @ Harbour 220This week HTN launched 3 new programs under the Total Chef Banner – see previous coverage here. The launch attracted over 100 attendees, including guests from William Angliss and Service Skills Australia, and hospitality industry experts and professionals such as Paul Smith, Colin Barker, Adam Moore, Paul McDonald and Mel Nathan.
CEO Michael Bennett outlined the aims of the programs, while Nino Zoccali – chef and owner of Pendolino and La Rosa, explained why the initiative was so important to the industry.
The launch was a resounding success, and it was a great opportunity to get feedback from our friends and colleagues. For more information about the Total Chef programs click here.
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Stewart White named national chair of judges for R&CA Awards for Excellence
Posted on March 5, 2015 , Comments Off on Stewart White named national chair of judges for R&CA Awards for ExcellenceStewart White has been named the new national chair of judges for the Savour Australia Restaurant & Catering Hostplus Awards for Excellence.
Principal of Whiteworks Public Relations and a fellow of the Public Relations Institute of Australia, Stewart White, has previously held the position of a NSW chair of judges for the R&CA Wine List awards, chair of the biennial Australian Food Media Awards from 2008 to 2012, was president in Australian Association of Food Professionals, as well as Media Club Australia Inc.
White is also member of Sommeliers Australia and has successfully completed the first stage of the international Court of Master Sommeliers program.
With nominations for the state Awards for Excellence program closing on 20 March, White is encouraging caterers, restaurants and cafes to get involved: “The Restaurant and Catering Evaluation System (RACES) utilises up to 66 judging criteria to assess all aspects of the eating experience.”
Previous chair of judges include Kate McGhie, Joanna Saville, Matt Preston and Peter Howard.
To read more about Stewart follow this link: http://goo.gl/D3wS1m
Congratulations to Stewart!
read moreApplications now open for the 2015 HOSTPLUS Hospitality Scholarship
Posted on March 5, 2015 , Comments Off on Applications now open for the 2015 HOSTPLUS Hospitality ScholarshipHTN Sponsor HOSTPLUS are now accepting applications for the 2015 HOSTPLUS Hospitality Scholarship, which is supported by Melbourne Food and Wine. The recipient will receive once in a lifetime international work experience.
This scholarship is open to 18-30 year olds from any area in hospitality with the winner gaining incredible access to Melbourne Food and Wine’s extensive global network to work in internationally acclaimed venues worldwide.
To enter the scholarship, applicants upload a short video online discussing their passion for the industry and explaining how they will use the opportunity to add value to their career in Australia. Submissions close 10th April 2015 with winners announced in May 2015.
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2015 Fonterra ‘Proud to be a Chef’ Program Winner Announced
Posted on March 5, 2015 , Comments Off on 2015 Fonterra ‘Proud to be a Chef’ Program Winner AnnouncedFollowing three days of master classes, culinary challenges and fine dining experiences in Melbourne, Mitchell Tucker from Tugun, Queensland was announced the winner at a Gala dinner event.
He was recognised by the Fonterra Proud to be a Chef mentors (including Joe Grbac from Saint Crispin, Zac Nicholson from Rockpool Bar and Grill and Foodservice Expert Peter Wright) as a standout finalist and was awarded the major prize of an international culinary paid placement, personalised to his aspirations as a chef.
HTN Apprentice Chefs Bridgette Thompson and Chris Foster were among the 32 finalists from across Australia who took part in the program, providing them with a once in a lifetime opportunity to network, develop new skills and be mentored by some of Australia’s top chefs.
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