BaxterStorey enjoys record Chef Academy graduates
BaxterStorey has announced that a record number of chefs have graduated from its academy this year. A total of 89 completed their development programmes, with 27 women being among them.
The number of graduates increased by a third, reflecting the company's significant additional investment in specific academy-based training. Set up 17 years ago, the Chef Academy has produced 550 graduates in total. The company has already seen 150 register for next year.
'Strong female representation'
Ronan Harte, chief executive of BaxterStorey, said: “We’re so proud of the incredible graduates who have come through our academy. This was set up to help share our DNA and build confidence; it has done that and so much more.
“It’s great to see such strong female representation among this year’s graduate cohort. By giving these talented chefs the right skills and experience, we’re equipping them with the tools to succeed and thrive in the hospitality industry.”