Cheshire College Hosts Final of Young North West Chef of the Year
Cheshire College – South & West hosted the final of the returning Young North West Chef of the Year at its Ellesmere Port Campus, bringing together the region’s brightest emerging culinary talent for a showcase of creativity and technical excellence. Organised by Taste Hospitality Recruitment in partnership with founder Brian Mellor, the renowned competition returned after a five-year hiatus, reaffirming its status as […]
Cheshire College Student Wins National Young Sommelier Title
A Cheshire College – South & West hospitality student has been named Young Sommelier Champion at the prestigious International Wine & Food Society’s (IWFS) Awards Lunch for Young Chef & Sommelier 2026 — one of the UK’s leading competitions for emerging culinary and front-of-house talent. Leah Wood secured the title in the Young Sommelier category after impressing judges with her wine pairings for […]
Hospitality Students Take Part in Hospitality Experience at Rookery Hall Hotel & Spa
Hospitality students from Cheshire College – South & West recently visited Rookery Hall Hotel & Spa, one of Cheshire’s leading country house hotels, for a hands-on experience in the hospitality industry. The visit provided learners with practical insight into both front-of-house and kitchen operations, as well as an opportunity to explore career pathways in luxury hospitality. During […]
Hospitality Students Welcome Leading Employers for Industry Networking Dinner
Hospitality students at Cheshire College – South & West welcomed leading employers from across the region for an industry dinner aimed at strengthening links between education and the hospitality sector. The event, planned and delivered entirely by students, brought together over 60 industry professionals for an evening of networking, collaboration and fine dining. Representatives attended from organisations including Rookery Hall, The Mere Golf Resort & Spa, Titanic Hotel […]
Cheshire College the Only UK College to Support International Stuffed Cabbage Championship
Eleven students from Cheshire College –South & West represented the UK at the prestigious Championnat Du Monde Du Chou Farci (Stuffed Cabbage Competition) in London. The College was the only UK institution invited to support competitors as Commis Chefs, giving students a rare opportunity to work alongside top international chefs. Organised by Bernardaud and the Stuffed Cabbage Association, the competition celebrates the art of stuffed […]
Students Take the Lead as Staff Earn Top Hospitality Team Recognition
Cheshire College – South & West’s Academy team at Crewe Campus is celebrating after receiving a Highly Commended Top Team Award at the Cheshire East Hospitality Association (CEHA) People Awards, held at Crewe Hall Hotel & Spa. The relaunch of the CEHA People Awards signals an exciting new era for Cheshire’s booming visitor economy — celebrating rising stars, established professionals, and the partnerships that drive excellence in hospitality. […]
Cheshire College Academy West Wins Prestigious Top Team Award at Chester Hospitality People Awards
Cheshire College – South & West is proud to announce that the Academy West team has won the Top Team Award at the Chester Hospitality People Awards 2025. This prestigious accolade celebrates outstanding innovation, proactivity, and exceptional results within Chester’s vibrant hospitality sector. The Chester Hospitality People Awards, held on Thursday 26th June at Chester […]
From Ellesmere Port to the Caribbean: Former Students Return from Life-Changing Culinary Internship
Cheshire College – South & West is celebrating the success of former Hospitality and Catering students Nathan and Finn, who have returned from a transformative internship with the renowned Rocks Group in the Caribbean. The pair, who trained at the Ellesmere Port Campus, spent several months working at Sheer Rocks—one of the Caribbean’s most prestigious […]
Academy Restaurants Lead the Way in Sustainable Hospitality
Cheshire College – South & West’s Academy Restaurants are at the forefront of sustainable hospitality education, integrating eco-friendly practices across every aspect of their operations. As part of the Hospitality and Catering department’s vision, Academy West is committed to shaping the future of the industry by equipping students with the skills and knowledge to drive […]
Cheshire College Hosts Exclusive Gourmet Evening with England National Culinary Team Manager Adam Thomason
Cheshire College – South & West held an extraordinary Gourmet Evening at the award-winning Academy Restaurant, featuring renowned chef Adam Thomason, England National Culinary Team Manager and Culinary Director at Restaurant Associates. The event, a collaboration between the College and Thomason, showcased a spectacular five-course set menu that delighted guests while highlighting the exceptional talents […]