Chef Network’s Open Kitchen Week returns this November
A chef at work in Bread 41
As part of its Open Kitchen Week initiative running from 11 – 17 November, Chef Network invites you to step ‘behind the pass’ and experience the inner workings of top kitchens across Northern Ireland.
Chef Network launched Open Kitchen Week in 2023 to give aspiring chefs and those passionate about the culinary arts an opportunity to gain hands-on experience and a real insight into the industry.
The initiative is open to anyone at any stage of their life – from students exploring new career paths to curious seasoned food enthusiasts, or those looking to make a career change, this is a chance to get an insider understanding of what it’s like to work in Ireland’s leading restaurants, hotels, bakeries, cafes and workplace kitchens.
Those who have already embarked on a chef career can also use the opportunity to get experience in a different sector or establishment type.
More than 150 guest slots are being offered in a huge variety of kitchens all across the country.
Participants can choose to commit to a two-hour shift, a full day, or even a full week, depending on the establishment they select.
If you’ve ever thought you’d like the pace and ambition of a restaurant, you can choose from slots in renowned eateries such as Fontana, Stock Restaurant, The Old Inn and Pyke ‘N’ Pommes.
Those interested in the hotel sector can experience life in a central hotel like the Maldron in Belfast City.
Open Kitchen Week presents an incredible opportunity to experience kitchen work at Lough Erne and Killeavy Castle Estate.
Ruth Hegarty, who is taking charge of the project for Chef Network, said:“This is a simple idea to open people up to the possibility of careers in professional kitchens. There are huge opportunities in this industry and there are so many great places to work and so many exciting roles on offer.”
“There are any number of opportunities for people interested in working in bread, pastry and chocolate product development. It is hard to think of a job that has more potential for variety, creativity, and travel, as well as pretty much a guaranteed job for life – people always need to eat,” said Mark Anderson, spokesperson, Chef Network.
To register for Chef Network’s Open Kitchen Week, click here.
