Over ten weeks, Compass Cymru will deliver culinary masterclasses for 12 pupils in Year 10, which will give them ‘invaluable’ hands-on experience to learn the skills needed to become a chef and an understanding of the career opportunities available in the hospitality industry.
A team of chefs from Compass Cymru sites across the country will first share key skills, such as knife handling and food safety, before focusing on learning and developing two dishes each week around a theme. The course will also promote local sourcing, sustainability, nutrition, good hygiene and healthy eating practices.
Jonathan Foot, head of apprenticeships and early careers at Compass UK & Ireland, said: “Compass is dedicated to enriching the learning of future talent and existing employees through our extensive apprenticeships and career pathway programmes.
“Using our network of experienced chefs, they will share their insight and expertise during a crucial time in the pupils’ development. The Junior Chef Academy aims to fuel and inspire the next generation of chefs, whilst also providing education on local, sustainable, nutritious food.”