Management News

The Ballina RSL Club is delighted to announce that, after wins in 2005 and 2006, their highly acclaimed culinary team – Executive Chef Gerhard Spatz and Chef de Partie Nathan Sherwood – has again reached the finals of the ClubsNSW ‘Chef’s Table’ competition.

Now in its third year, the competition is open to teams of 2 chefs working for the same club. To reach the finals, teams were required to submit a comprehensive menu, plus details on the operations of their kitchen.

This year’s event final was held in the club on 7 March. Gerhard and Nathan were again judged on the preparation, taste, presentation and keeping within the budget. They served 20 lucky guests including a team of 4 judges.

Executive Chef Gerhard Spatz explained that, “This competition provides fantastic recognition and publicity for the Ballina RSL Club and also acknowledges the quality of our everyday operations. The Chef’s Table principles are simply an extension of what our team aims to deliver every day of the week.

NSW Club Industry cuisine standards are high – quality combined with great value prices is what gives clubs the competitive edge. Nathan and I have really enjoyed the challenge of our third Finals Event.”

Winners of the competition will be announced at the ClubsNSW Awards of Excellence presentation dinner in Sydney on Friday, 1 June 2007.
Good luck Gerry & Nathan!