The 2025 BCF Awards are now open for nominations.
The awards recognise industry professionals across 11 award categories including Most Promising Young Chef, Chef Lecturer/Mentor of the Year, Restaurant/Hotel Chef of the Year and Lifetime Achievement. at a glittering awards dinner on the 2 June 2025 at The Grand Hotel, Birmingham.
The black-tie event takes place in the Ballroom at the recently refurbished iconic hotel where guest will enjoy a Champagne reception with canapés, five-course dinner with wines and entertainment.
The closing date for nomination entries is 28 February 2025.
BCF Award Categories
Most Promising Young Chef 2025
Johnnie Borra Memorial Trophy
Presented to the most promising young chef under 25 years of age and working full-time within the industry who has demonstrated outstanding talent and enthusiasm.
Chef Lecturer/Mentor of the Year 2025
Ken Fraser MBE Memorial Award
Awarded to a BCF member working within hospitality education who trains, mentors or encourages young chefs to progress within their chosen profession.
BCF Member Award 2025
Robert J Smith Trophy
Presented to anyone within the BCF for their professionalism and dedication to the industry including their loyal support to the Federation
Restaurant/Hotel Chef of the Year 2025
Louis Cipolla Award
Presented for the greatest contribution to the profession by any Restaurant/Hotel chef member within the BCF.
Competition Chef of the Year 2025
Paul Gould OBE Award
Presented for highly recognised contributions to the competition arena across all sectors of the industry.
Most Promising Young Student 2025
Eric Bruce Trophy
Presented to any college student chef in full-time or part-time attendance who has shown enthusiasm and commitment to his or her chosen career.
Hospitality Professional Award 2025
Special Award - Presented to any hospitality professional who has worked tirelessly behind the scenes in the industry but is relatively unnoticed and continues to deliver results.
University Chef Award 2025
Open to any university chef who has shown great professionalism towards their university whilst maintaining high culinary standards.
Pastry Chef of the Year Award 2025
Open to all UK working pastry chefs who excel in their sector and career.
Sustainability Award 2025
Open to any individual or company working in hospitality who promotes and excels in sustainability.
Lifetime Achievement Award 2025
Nominated by the BCF committee.
If you would like to attend, tickets cost £125 per person. Please contact Jerry Toth, BCF secretary on secretary@britishculinaryfederation.com to book.
Special rates for the BCF have been arranged for accommodation and breakfast. For sole and double occupancy, £159.00.
To book the bed and breakfast rates quoted, please contact Matty Carter on 0121 827 9641 or email: Matty.Carter@grandbirmingham.co.uk stating the code “BCFDO20625”.
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