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Cooking up a storm at Royal Ascot Student chefs from Cambridge Regional College are betting on a winning future after spending a week cooking for racegoers at the prestigious Royal Ascot race meeting. The group, a mix of Level 1 and Level 3 catering students, spent a week away from home, cooking under pressure alongside their teachers in the hot, busy kitchens of the Pavilion Restaurant to serve lunch and afternoon tea to hundreds of racegoers. The opportunity, provided by catering company Sodexo, came about after the Head Chef and HR Manager visited CRC to introduce and help prepare the learners for the challenge. Picked at random, the nine available places filled quickly, and the lucky volunteers spent a week at Royal Ascot learning new skills while gaining invaluable professional experience. CRC Catering Lecturer, Anthony Dunball said: “We catered for approximately 900 meals each day, serving a high-end three course lunch and afternoon tea. The mixture of professionals from Sodexo and our learners was a brilliant blend.
There was so much learning taking place with a clear demonstration of hard work, devotion, and resilience from the team. “For all of us, myself included, this was a learning curve beyond all others. The students should be immensely proud of themselves!” The small group of students, some just 17 years old, lived and worked together for a week presenting themselves with professionalism, and consistently working to high standards. The intense environment left them feeling tired and hot with sore feet, but there was a real sense of determination. Sodexo Head Chef, Chris Burrows added: “Cambridge Regional College should be really proud of their learners, they have excelled themselves and should be proud of what they have achieved. It is amazing what happens when you push people outside of their comfort zone.” The students agreed the week had been challenging, but worth every minute.
New Director appointment for PDG Architects Ltd Kirsten works on projects across the different sectors and has developed strong client relationships during her time with the Practice. Paul Hutchings said: “Despite the challenging climate of the last two years, the work of the Practice has continued and developed, including moving to our new offices in Warmington, near Oundle, in October 2020. Kirsten has always taken a keen interest in the running of the practice and her appointment as Director was the next natural step. Her enthusiasm and commitment to PDG has been a fantastic asset and will maintain continuity of the Practice moving forward.”
PDG Architects Ltd are delighted to announce that Kirsten Brown has joined Paul Hutchings and Colan Bartram as a Director of the Practice. Kirsten first came to the Practice 20 years ago for work experience and been involved with the Practice ever since. She spent her summers with them whilst studying at university, returning full time in 2011 and qualifying as an Architect in 2014. 24 connected
Kirsten Brown said: “PDG has been a big part of my life, supporting me through my studies to qualify as an Architect and allowing me to realise my career goals. I’m really excited to start this new chapter and contribute to the future of the Practice.” PDG Architects Ltd has experience on a wide range of projects from small house extensions to large housing developments, commercial, education and community projects. They offer a bespoke service tailored to each client’s requirements. Details of their full services and projects portfolio can be found by visiting www.pdgarchitects.co.uk
