Home > News>Mellors Golden Whisk Returns for 8th Year! Mellors Golden Whisk Returns for 8th Year! Posted: 7th May 2024 | Category: Achievements Mellors Golden Whisk Returns for 8th Year, with ‘From Past to Plate’ Theme. The Golden Whisk is Mellor’s annual cooking competition, designed to celebrate the culinary skills of Mellors unit-based staff up and down the North of England. Each year, participants compete in a series of cooking heats, showcasing their creativity in the kitchen. The competition aims to recognise our extremely talented unit staff by asking them to compete against each other to produce the most innovative, cost-effective and easy to sell. This year, the theme for the Golden Whisk was decided through a staff vote, on our bespoke internal communications site, Grapevine. We’re delighted to announce that this year’s theme is “From Past to Plate.” The theme focuses on honouring traditional recipes that have been passed down through generations, reflecting the rich culinary heritage that many families cherish. Participants are encouraged to draw inspiration from their own family recipes and memories. Sponsored by Unilever, the competition features local and regional heats, culminating in the finals held at Cheshire Cookery School in Manchester on Thursday 11th July 2024. The winner receives the coveted Golden Whisk title, recognising their exceptional talent. The competition not only provides an opportunity for staff to showcase their skills but also a sense of creativity. Danielle Watkins, Head of Nutrition and Food Development, said, “This is an excellent opportunity for our staff to showcase their talents and have their dishes recreated in multiple across the estate. “As an award-winning, family-run business, we have the flexibility to adopt exciting initiatives. We empower our staff to take ownership of their sites and unleash their creativity, we aim to motivate them and showcase their talents.” Anna Bamber, Marketing Manager, said, “The culinary talent within Mellors kitchens is remarkable! We’re excited to see the exceptional standards presented by our entrants, with the bar being raised each year. The competition is a fun way to celebrate Mellors highly skilled talent. Let the cooking games begin!” To enter the 2024 Mellors Golden Whisk Competition contact your Area Manager today, entries close on 27th May 2024.