Top chefs help Nelson & Colne College students

It is the second year running Executive Chef Antony Shirley and teams from the Seafood Pub Company’s six Lancashire sites have worked with students to teach them the secrets of preparing award winning seafood dishes.

“It was fantastic going back to college and working with some very talented young chefs,” said Antony. “We really enjoy getting out to different venues and working with enthusiastic students because we know that they are the future of our restaurants.

“Staff at the college do a fantastic job teaching their students the skills needed to be a success in the hospitality industry and it is great for us to have the opportunity to work with them at this early stage to show them how we work.”

Students worked with Antony and his team on lunch and dinner service throughout the week, serving over 400 customers.

“It is a fantastic opportunity for our students to showcase their skills and knowledge to a potential employer,” said Curriculum Leader for Catering and Hospitality, Jason Benn. “Last year the Seafood Pub Company took on five apprentices as a result of the pop up restaurant and that was a great incentive for this year’s students to work hard throughout the week.”