Jamie Weir

Jamie has worked across public relations, journalism and communications for more than a decade in Kent. He is now chief communications officer at East Kent Colleges Group.

"With alumni like Gary Rhodes and Nathan Outlaw, the group has always prided itself on its impressive catering and hospitality training," says Jamie.

"Our students regularly progress into Michelin-starred restaurants, having developed their skillset within our college environments."

Jamie will be judging Restaurant of the Year category