We’re thrilled to announce that three talented chefs from Pele Trust: Steven Million, Michael Clements, and Malachy Rowe, have been shortlisted for the regional finals of the prestigious LACA School Chef of the Year 2025 competition. 

Organised by LACA, the School Food People, and sponsored by Bisto from Premier Foods Foodservice, this national competition celebrates the incredible skills of school chefs across the country. It highlights the important role they play in delivering nutritious and delicious meals to students every day.

Competitors must prepare, cook and present four portions of a main course and dessert with a total food cost of £1.70 per head in 90 minutes that meet the School Food Standards and Eat Well Guide.

The North East and Scotland regional finals will be held on Thursday 1st May at Barnsley College. Winners of this competition will each receive a £100 cash prize and advance to the SCOTY final at the LACA Main Event. 

We’re incredibly proud of Steven, Michael, and Malachy and can’t wait to see them represent Pele Trust in the regional finals.