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Young chefs from across the Highlands of Scotland are invited to enter the Master Chefs of Great Britain’s

Scottish Highland Chef

Take on the challenge

The competition menu, with a time limit of 2 ½ hours, will showcase the creative talent of each participant and must include Scottish produce with a starter of hand dived scallops, a main of venison and a dessert featuring the bounty of seasonal berries.

Open to anyone over the age of 18.

Entry for 2023 is NOW CLOSED.

James How, SHC 2023 Finalist

I would just like to say WOW what a competition… to get to the final was an achievement in itself and sure we all walked away a better chef, we had the opportunity to cook for 5 Michelin star judges…Thank You.”

SCOTTISH HIGHLAND CHEF WINNERS 2024

The prizes were presented by Steven Doherty, George McIvor and their fellow judges. The Winner, Iain Tennant received a cash prize of £500 and Stages in both The Corinthian and Restaurant Andrew Fairlie. The Most Promising, Hayley Bruce, received a cash prize of £250 and a stage in Unalome.

  • Scottish Highland Chef Competition Most Promising

    Chef de Partie at The Carnegie Club, Skibo.

  • Scottish Highland Chef Competition Winner

    Junior Chef de Partie at The Gleneagles Hotel.

Our Menu

“It’s a big deal and we’re all really excited about it we’re looking for new scottish talent.

you’ve got to come on board and be part of this journey.”

— Steven Doherty

SCOTTISH HIGHLAND CHEF sponsors