Representing East Riding College on the international stage for the second consecutive year, Ruby competed against top culinary students from across the globe.

Having secured second place in last year’s competition, she returned with determination and elevated her performance, impressing judges with her ‘exceptional skill, creativity and professionalism’. Ruby stayed in Venice, to enjoy an all-expenses-paid trip and experience Italian cuisine following her success.

The Combi Guru Challenge is the competition between catering colleges conceived and promoted by Unox, a company involved in the production and sale of commercial ovens and innovative solutions for the food service industry.

Anthony Gascoigne, hospitality & catering course team leader at East Riding College, said: "Ruby is a well deserving winner of Combi Guru Challenge. The win is testament to her commitment and enthusiasm to developing her skills. She has demonstrated real resilience in competing at such a high level. The hospitality team here at Bridlington could not be prouder of her achievement."

East Riding College says this latest accomplishment highlights the strength of their hospitality and catering provision and reinforces its reputation for nurturing talented students capable of excelling on an international stage.