CATERING FLIGHT

The Catering Flight at RAF Honington has made headlines by winning a selection of medals at the recent RAF Skills Day.

The two-day competition was held at MOD Worthy Down, where the best Chefs and AGSs from different stations came together to showcase their skills and expertise.

The Catering Flight’s success at the event was not a fluke but the result of months of planning and preparation. Before the competition, the team had to create menus, source ingredients, and practise their techniques. They had to organise their equipment and supplies, and ensure they had the necessary support and backup to deal with any unforeseen challenges.

Despite the pressure of the competition, the Catering Flight rose to the occasion and demonstrated their culinary prowess. The team competed in different categories, Junior Chef of the Year, Junior Open Plated Chicken, Open Flambe, Open Plated Lamb, Open Plated Game and Open Street Food.

AS1 Jones, who competed in Junior Chef of the Year, won best in class and a silver medal for her excellent culinary skills and attention to detail, she will now reign as Junior Chef of the Year. AS1 Dixon impressed too, winning a bronze medal in the Junior Open Plated Chicken category, while AS1 Bennet won a bronze medal in the Open Plated Game category. AS1 Gurung provided an excellent display by winning a bronze medal in Open Street Food and the coveted best in class award. AS1 Stripe gave a splendid performance in Open Flambe winning a bronze medal in the process. Meanwhile AS1 Moniter won a silver medal in Open Plated Lamb, as well as the best in class award.

Concurrently, AS1 Scott stole the show at the Falkland’s Island CRF Skills Day, where she competed in Junior Chicken and Open Hot Dessert and won both classes. The Catering Flight’s success at the RAF Skills Day highlights the level of dedication and professionalism that characterises RAF Honington’s catering team. They are not just

Chefs but also strategic planners, problem solvers, and creative thinkers. Their ability to adapt to high pressure situations and deliver outstanding services under difficult circumstances is indeed commendable.

Congratulations to the Catering Flight for their outstanding performance and for making RAF Honington proud. The medals they won were a testament to their talent and leadership that guided them to victory.