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Did you know the majority of UK chefs (73.3% to be exact) want more online training opportunities*, especially in key areas such as food waste and plant-based menus? The new year is the perfect time to upskill both you and your team, and UFS Academy makes it quicker and easier! With 100s of bitesize courses available whenever you need, you can brush up on the basics or dive into business management all from your phone.  Sign up and start your journey: https://lnkd.in/e-q_ebxm *159 chefs polled for research via The Staff Canteen

Looking to elevate your plating skills? UFS Academy Principal Chef Thom Bateman knows how important presentation is. Whether it’s the plate or the food itself, every little details adds to the overall look of a dish – and in the age of social media, it arguably matters even more now. The Art of Plating course is your one-stop-shop for making sure your food looks as good as it tastes! Never stop learning by signing up to UFS Academy: https://lnkd.in/eSee_K4y

We all know how important cutting food waste is in the kitchen, but are you making the most of your ingredients to not only reduce waste but increase profit margins?  Smoking, brining, curing. There’s so many ways to make ingredients work harder across your menu. By trying out different preservation techniques not only can you make your food last longer, but you can experiment with new flavour profiles and formats too! Not sure where to start? Our UFS Academy course, Preserving Techniques, has everything you need to know: https://lnkd.in/ekHYaAnw

Yesterday was World Kindness Day. Everybody deserves to feel safe and comfortable in their happy place, and for UFS Academy Principal Chef Thom Bateman, that’s the kitchen. It can be hard to open up, but we’re stronger together! That’s why conversations around mental health are so important, especially when our industry involves long days and antisocial hours. Make sure you’re looking after yourself and your team with our UFS Academy Mental Health in Kitchens course: https://lnkd.in/e3NfwAxQ Let’s show each other some extra kindness today and always 🧡

First up on the agenda… nailing the classics 🧑🍳 As Chef Thom Bateman says, once you’ve understood the basics you’ll unlock endless opportunities. From the right ingredients to choosing the right equipment and cooking methods, it can all make a difference to your skill and confidence in the kitchen. Ready to hone your craft? Check out the UFS Academy course Classic Dishes: https://lnkd.in/e5UAhdQi 100s of hours of content in bitesize chunks, never stop learning with UFS Academy.

We've given you the insight... are you ready to take action? That past couple of months, we've spotlighted the four new trends from Future Menus Vol.3 and shared how you can make sure your business stays one step ahead. From Street Food Couture to Diner Designed, the report is packed with everything you need, including recipes curated by over 150 chefs from across the globe and case studies on how your peers have put the trends into practice. Still not downloaded your copy? Dive in today and get prepared for tomorrow: https://lnkd.in/ef4xYnqS

We're so happy to have Chef Thom Bateman join our mission as the new UFS Academy Principal! Read more about his passion for chef training opportunities ⬇️

Introducing the new UFS Academy Principal... Chef Thom Bateman is just as passionate as we are about upskilling and chef training opportunities. Whether it's business advice or culinary techniques, UFS Academy has a course for every chef and skill level. "Thank God I found this. An absolutely helpful and knowledgeable platform for all in the industry." Tony Burrows (Chef) Intrigued? Find out how UFS Academy can help you and your team grow: https://lnkd.in/ebtkMftQ

Looking back at the amazing menu crafted by Chef Thom Bateman at our Hellmann's Supper Club boat event to celebrate the new and improved Hellmann's Ketchup 4.8kg 🤩 We tasked Thom with creating dishes that included Hellmann's Ketchup in new, out-of-the-box ways to really showcase its versatility and quality... and he definitely delivered! 🦞 Poached Lobster Salad, Heritage Tomatoes, Lobster Shell Marie Rose, Compressed Melon, Fig Leaf Oil 🍅 Tomato Risotto, Lovage Pesto, Toasted Hazelnut, Spenwood 🐟 Korean Glazed Salmon or Salt Baked Celeriac, Charred Baby Leek, Toasted Nori and Sesame Potato Cake, Coriander Dressing 🍰 Toasted Red Velvet Cake, Candied Pistachio, Whipped Mascarpone, Hibiscus Granita, Marigold Flowers More than just a dip, Hellmann's Ketchup is an ingredient you can trust to work hard across your menu for both flavour and quality - with the new 4.8kg format being for all of your back-of-house needs. Stock up today with your chosen wholesaler: https://lnkd.in/eesXUT-c

Menus? Planned. Customers? Excited. Gravy? Knorr Professional. Obviously. For indulgent festive feasts it has to be Knorr Professional Gravy every time. Delivering rich, consistent quality and flavour, you have the freedom to get creative and let your dishes do the talking 🙌 Plus, there's no compromise, with no allergens to declare!* The perfect base for your menu, click here to buy from your chosen wholesaler: https://lnkd.in/ehhNKC_p *This product does not contain allergenic ingredients which require declaration under EU regulation 1169|2001