Prizes
The National Chef of the Year offers some of the most impressive prizes in the UK’s culinary scene.
Designed to elevate and inspire, the rewards go far beyond the title. Winners gain access to exceptional career‑development opportunities, from money for culinary development to immersive overseas experiences, premium products, and exclusive dining experiences.
Every element of the prize package is carefully thought-out to help chefs grow, explore new perspectives, and take their skills and ambition to the next level. We will be adding the full list of prizes for this year to this page throughout the year so keep looking out for updates.
our 2026 prizes
The title of National chef of the Year
A prize that every ambitious chef wants to win
The winner will be known as the National Chef of the Year and will join an incredble line-up of former winners including Gordon Ramsay, Simon Hulstone, Hrisikesh Desai and Luke Selby.
£3000 to spend on culinary development
Worshipful Company of Cooks
A commemorative framed plate
Churchill
Something special to help remember your experience. This prize from Churchill will take pride of place in the winners home or restaurant.
See the full list of prizes from 2025
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We’ll be announcing our 2026 prizes as they are confirmed. To give you a flavour take a look at last year’s prize list.
