These awards recognise a young working chef's culinary excellence, testing their knowledge and skills in a series of culinary challenges in a high-pressured environment.

On September 6 they will take part in the final exam at the University of West London where they will come under the scrutiny of a panel of expert examiners chaired by renowned chef Chris Galvin.

The finalists are:
Ben Champkin, The Elephant Restaurant
Kristian Curtis, Simpsons Restaurant
Ethan Flack, Le Manoir Aux Quat' Saisons
James Goodyear, Le Manoir Aux Quat' Saisons
Liam Griggs, The Royal Household
Brian James, Bluebells Restaurant
Jordan Kerridge, Westminster Kingsway College
Ben Murphy, Koffmann's at the Berkeley Hotel
Harry Peak, Brooklands Hotel
Rebecca Reeves, House of Commons
Louise Roberts, Lexington Catering
Claire Willett, The Waterfront Restaurant, Wyboston Lakes

This year's successful graduates will be announced at a glittering awards luncheon at London's Royal Garden Hotel on September 18.