The programme is named after the founder of poultry producer Johnson and Swarbrick and celebrate's Reg's legacy of encouraging talent and innovation.
"Blackburn College offers a number of Catering and Hospitality programmes within their purpose built training kitchens and student-led restaurant.
Michelin-starred chef Nigel Haworth of Northcote said: “The competition aims to increase students’ culinary skills and the winners of the regional heats will be mentored by myself and Paul.
Prizes on offer include a Northcote Cookery School Prize; a meal for six people at Northcote from the acclaimed Tasting Menu; quarterly continuing professional development programmes for school teachers and a local produce food hamper.
Paul Heathcote MBE said: “Reg was very dear to me and he was always passionate about encouraging young talent. I think that he would be absolutely delighted that we are continuing his excellent work.” To find out more about The Reg Johnson Young Schools Competition and to apply online, visit www.blackburn.ac.uk/young-chef
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