GALLERY: Young chefs master their time in mystery cook-off

It was the best chef of the day, Abdul Fredericks who scooped an international culinary experience to London worth R50 000.

The event initiated by Unilever Food Solution took place at the University of Johannesburg on 29 October, where five young chefs competed for the best menu.

The chefs were nominated by senior chefs during the Mentorship Movement Competition.

Fredericks of Southern Sun Cape Sun, was mentored by Stuart Cason of Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel.

Unilever Food Solution SA managing director Remco Bol said the competition, which is in its third successful year, is designed to give young chefs an opportunity to spend time with a mentor.

” Entrants are given an opportunity with a top SA chef, in order to learn the art of mastering their cooking passion from the vast experience that the mentors have gained over years. Mastering time is crucial in any kitchen,” pointed out Bol.

He said young chefs should master their passion and consistently maintain control of the many different aspects of the food preparation processes.

The winner Fredericks and nominated chefs, spent time learning tips and secrets on mastering time in a professional kitchen from their mentors.

They were challenged to beat the clock in a mystery basket cook-off, incorporating Unilever Food Solutions’ professional ingredients.

Bol said their ingredients are some of the staples of professional kitchens in 74 countries around the world.

Fredericks said the culinary experience will boost his career.

“My first step toward achieving my goals,” said Fredericks.

Fredericks’ mentor Cason, said he was happy that his student made it to the top even though it was a tough competition.

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