Master Chefs of Great Britain

The Master Chefs of Great Britain is a leading force in the culinary world, supporting emerging talent through masterclass demonstrations, learning opportunities, and mentorship while promoting the best of British cuisine to both chefs and consumers. Founded in 1982, we provide a forum for the exchange of culinary ideas including innovative approaches to food sustainability, and organise competitions, masterclass demonstrations and charitable work to further enhance the industry.

Promoting the best of British cuisine since 1982

The Master Chefs of Great Britain is committed to highlighting and celebrating the best of British food and supporting outstanding causes, producers, growers, and suppliers, while nurturing the future of the culinary arts.

Lorna McNee's Venison Farce with Celeriac & Horseradish Mash, Beetroot, Confit Onion and Kampot Pepper Sauce (Image Credit Duncan McGlynn.JPG

Get involved with the Master Chefs

Join a distinguished community of culinary legends and innovative chefs by becoming a member or sponsor of the Master Chefs of Great Britain. Engage in our vibrant exchange of ideas and participate in our diverse and engaging events calendar.

How we support our industry

  400
  Total registered members

  20
  Events throughout the year

  75
  Young chefs supported

  14
  Culinary school partnerships

List of officials

Master Chefs of Great Britain is proud to have real stars of the culinary world shaping the next generation of Master Chefs.

Patron:
Lady Macdonald OBE
Chairman:
George McIvor
Vice Chairman:
Richard Dalgleish
Treasurer:
Ben Bartlett
Secretary:
Serena McIvor
Membership Secretary:
Shaune Hall
David Auchie, Ben Bartlett, Richard Dalgleish, Shaune Hall, George McIvor, Lady Claire Macdonald OBE, Gary Maclean, Craig Millar, Graham Singer and James Thomson OBE
Jeff Bland, Richard Bridgman, 7th Earl of Bradford, Steven Doherty, Ann Long, Stephen McLaughlin, Ralph Porciani, Melinda Renwick, Clive Roberts, Geoffrey Smeddle and Sonia Stevenson.
Sheena Buchanan Smith, D.S. Cameron, Gilli Cliff, Nigel Crane, Tony Heath, John Jackaman, Ian McAndrew, William Kerr, Steve Love, David McKown MBE, Colin Pressdee, John Retallick and Gerald Roser.