Chef of the Year Competition 2026!

At Searcys, exceptional dining experiences begin with exceptional people. That’s why we are proud to announce the launch of our inaugural Chef of the Year Competition, created in partnership with Laurent-Perrier.

Designed to celebrate the remarkable talent across our venues and events portfolio, the competition will bring together chefs from throughout the business to showcase their creativity, technical expertise and passion for hospitality. More than a culinary challenge, the initiative reflects our ongoing commitment to nurturing talent, championing innovation and investing in the future of hospitality.

Celebrating Culinary Excellence

For more than 175 years, Searcys has built its reputation on delivering outstanding food and drink experiences. Today, our chefs continue to push boundaries, creating menus that balance heritage with contemporary tastes and evolving guest expectations.

The Chef of the Year Competition has been developed to provide a platform for our culinary teams to demonstrate their skills, share ideas and develop dishes that embody the quality and creativity synonymous with the Searcys name.

Through a series of competitive stages, participants will be challenged to create innovative dishes that showcase seasonal ingredients, technical precision and exceptional presentation, while complementing the elegance and character of Laurent-Perrier Champagnes.

A Partnership Built on Craftsmanship

As one of the world’s most respected Champagne houses, Laurent-Perrier shares Searcys’ dedication to quality, innovation and craftsmanship. Our longstanding partnership has enhanced guest experiences across many of our venues and events, making them the ideal collaborator for this exciting new initiative.

Together, we aim to inspire creativity, celebrate culinary artistry and encourage chefs to explore the relationship between food and wine pairing at the highest level.

Investing in Talent

The competition forms part of Searcys’ wider commitment to professional development and creating opportunities for colleagues to grow their careers.

Our chefs are at the heart of every memorable guest experience, and this initiative recognises not only their technical ability but also their imagination, dedication and ambition. By providing opportunities to compete, collaborate and learn, we continue to support the next generation of culinary talent across the business.

Looking Ahead

As the competition begins, we look forward to seeing the creativity and innovation that emerge from kitchens across the Searcys portfolio.

The Chef of the Year Competition is a celebration of everything that makes hospitality special: passion, craftsmanship, teamwork and the pursuit of excellence. We are delighted to embark on this journey alongside Laurent-Perrier and cannot wait to share the inspiring dishes, stories and achievements that unfold throughout the competition.

Stay tuned for updates as our chefs compete for the inaugural Chef of the Year title and continue to shape the future of culinary excellence at Searcys.