Associations
The three associations involved In the International Restaurateurs’ Dinner share the same ideals for maintaining the profile and esteem of our industry as it bounces back, whilst working continuously towards setting higher standards both front and back of house; we share in the philosophy that education and training is key to securing the future. The proceeds from the International Restaurateurs’ Dinner will be shared between our three organisations and invested in our various educational programmes.
Please see details of three organisations below;
ROYAL ACADEMY OF CULINARY ARTS
(RACA) Is Britain’s leading professional membership association of head chefs, head pastry chefs, restaurant managers and suppliers (associates) providing education, career opportunities and the recognition of talent and skills of current and future hospitality professionals.
Through its broad range of initiatives, RACA also supports young people, colleges and educational institutions by providing unrivalled programmes and apprenticeships through its extensive network of contacts and members while raising the standards and awareness of food, food provenance and sustainability, cooking and service.
Established in 1980, the Academy was granted the Royal prerogative by Her Majesty The Queen in May 2013. The Academy is immensely honoured to have His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales as its Patron.
YOUNG CHEF YOUNG WAITER
Young Chef Young Waiter was established in 1979 and only operated in England for 42 years. Over the past years, the competition has expanded around the world and is now in its 45th year. This historic competition has been revamped to encompass a new and dynamic format is fully supported and endorsed by UK Hospitality and the Restaurant Association.
WorldYY welcomes young hospitality professionals who are 28 years old or under from any background, to showcase their talents. This competition provides an incredible opportunity for emerging talents to showcase their skills on a global platform. As we continue to grow, these competitions will offer even greater opportunities for young talents in the culinary and hospitality industries, fostering international collaboration and providing an enriching platform for skill development and professional advancement.
The competition process involves an online application from both chefs, waiting and mixology professionals. The competition is judged by leading figures from the hospitality industry such as chef judges Jason Atherton, Tom Kerridge, Ruth Hansom, and front of house judges Simon King, Johanna Wimmer and Andy Downton.
For 2024 the competition will expand to 15 countries around the globe. The winners from each country will take part in the world final being held in, early November 2024.
THE WINE GUILD OF UNITED KINGDOM
(WGUK), was founded in 1984 by the late Lord Montagu of Beaulieu. 2024 is the Guild’s 40th anniversary year. Over several years, in conjunction with our charitable division, Wine Guild Education, we continued to develop a range of new initiatives that further enhance our position in the UK’s hospitality industry.
These include the continuing development of our entry level hospitality food and beverage service skills courses and apprenticeships, generously supported by The Lord Forte Foundation, and the creation of our new professional association The Sommeliers Guild of the United Kingdom
