Leapfrog Public Relations Agency

Chefs from homes across the Orders of St John Care Trust (OSJCT) recently took part in a skills development competition sponsored by food wholesaler Creed Foodservice – and the winning chef served up a musical treat based on a 50’s and 60’s theme.

Twelve chefs from OSJCT homes took part in the competition to stage a themed day, covering criteria like nutritional value, resident and staff involvement, and activity innovation.  A themed lunch was part of the criteria.

The winning chef was Julie Brown from Marden Court, near Calne, Wiltshire.  Her action packed theme day covered all sorts of relevant activities, from flower power to Beatles mania.  Residents enjoyed tie dying, making musical note and record table decorations, flower making and two music quizzes. Themed menus were included for lunch and dinner.

Julie was presented with a trophy, also supplied by Creed.

Frances Chapman, Catering and Housekeeping Manager for the OSJCT, said:  “Our chefs really got involved with the competition which stretched their imaginations and developed all sorts of new skills.  Creed has shown great support and help in bringing everything together.”

Winner of Orders of St John Care Trust (OSJCT)

Karl Goodwin from Creed Foodservice agreed:  “We’re glad we could be a part of it. We pride ourselves on being more than just a supplier and this is real evidence of how we can partner with our customers”