Chef Academy Showcase 2023 Cookbook

Nathan Cooper Chef de Partie Apprentice Goldman Sachs This risotto reminds Nathan of his home and his past – he grew up by the coast and worked in a fishmongers. Fascinated by food and sustainability, he became a chef to find out more about the whole farm to fork of cooking. Where produce comes from is a big inspiration for the menus Nathan creates. Nathan has worked in a golf club in Florida called Quail Valley, and completed work placements in City Social London, Royal Garden Hotel and Wiltons Restaurant. His foodie icon is Josh Niland, a chef who is pioneering nose to tail butchery with fish. Nathan’s top kitchen tool is his spatula because it provides zero waste on food. BaxterStorey, Goldman Sachs From delis and coffee bars to restaurants and fine dining, BaxterStorey prides itself on great food created from the best locally-sourced ingredients crafted by talented people. The company’s heritage is built on culinary expertise and the professional training and development of its people through apprenticeships. By skilling up their teams, they are able to adapt as a business and develop a productive and motivated brigade. Best HIT Chef Academy moment Learning time management skills, oh and gaining confidence to enter cooking competitions.