Pastry and Bakery team of the year

Our pastry and bakery competition offers an incredible opportunity for talented teams to showcase their skill and talent. Recognising pastry and bakery skills within hotels, restaurants, cafes, coffee shops, patisseries and bakeries

We are looking to celebrate your teams skill at working within pastry and bakery. Judging four items from your signature range. Focusing on skill and produced using professional equipment and processes

The future of local quality & artisan bakery

With dedication and passion at the forefront, We are delighted to give local bakers the chance to shine and showcase their innovation and skills

Pastry and Bakery team of the Year 2026


We’re delighted to announce that applications are now open for a brand new category. Sponsored by the Incorporated Trades of Aberdeen, Bakers

North East of Scotland Pastry and Baking Team of the Year category.

Important Dates

  • Closing date for applications: 31st March 2026

  • Finalists notified: Shortly after closing date

  • Judging. North East Scotland College, Aberdeen

  • Cook-Off & Awards Dinner: 25th May 2026

Please send completed entries to info@hospitality-training.org.uk.

🍽 Awards Dinner

Details of the awards dinner will be shared once finalised.

Please note that applications must include all required documents listed in the application form to be considered.

We look forward to seeing your creativity and skills in this year’s competition — and wish you the very best of luck!

Pastry & bakery Criteria
Application Form

What you could win

It’s a coveted title and an excellent stage to show your creativity and skills

£800

Prize fund for the winner