The Next Big Chef 2023 Grand Finale is a popular annual culinary competition organized by UCSI University’s Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Management (FHTM) was held on 30 September 2023 at UCSI University.

It attracted 17 secondary schools from Kuala Lumpur and Selangor, showcasing a total of 52 culinary talented participants to participant in this competition.

The main goal of this competition is to provide scholarships for secondary school students to pursue further education at UCSI University and cultivate the next star chef in the culinary world.

52 participants from 17 secondary schools

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Organizers & sponsors for UCSI Next Big Chef 2023 Grand Finale

Qware are honored to be one of the sponsors for Next Big Chef 2023 Grand Finale, contributing alongside the organizers and other sponsors to make this meaningful competition possible. This competition provides a platform for the next generation to showcase their passion, skills, and talent in culinary arts. It serves as a stepping stone for them to pave the way for their future careers as chefs, enhancing their personal experiences in the culinary industry.

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Throughout the competition, the participants demonstrated their creativity, technique, and presentation to achieve high scores in the competition. The judges made a challenge decision to select the top 3 winners and 7 consolation prize winners.

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Champion - Confucian Private Secondary School

Qware's Deputy General Manager, Kenneth Khoo presents awards to the winners

The success achieved by these secondary schools at the Next Big Chef 2023 Grand Finale serves as a testament to their passion, hard work, and determination. With the supports from F&B industry and the unwavering passion of these aspiring students to be the next star chefs, the culinary industry in Malaysia is set for a bright and promising future.

Congratulation to all the winners!

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