What's on?
Our fantastic culinary competitions, award dinners, networking events and charity evenings are at the heart of ACE. Here's a taste of our upcoming events:
ACE Young Leaders Event
ACE Robyns
Ready, Steady, Cook!
Sponsored by Illume Recruitment and Bidfood, this event is designed exclusively for hospitality and catering professionals aged 22–40 who want to grow their network, make real industry connections, and enjoy a great night out with peers shaping the future of our sector.
Annual Charity
Dinner
Our prestigious fundraising dinner closes the ACE calendar in style! Fine dining, black tie and great networking opportunities combine at London's most exclusive venues as we raise money for our charity partner.
Celebrating the best young and emerging talent in the industry, the ACE Robyns award and summer party highlights those under 35 who are making a real difference in hospitality.
Teams of two compete to create their best dish in the ACE version of the classic TV cookery show! With a street-food slant, this competition invites teams of any kitchen ability to compete against their peers in a fun environment.
International Women's Day
Our fantastic International Women's Day lunch and networking event celebrates the most inspirational women working in the hospitality industry, from emerging talent to experienced leaders.
Charity
Fundraising is a huge part of what we do at ACE, with our board electing an official charity partner every year.
In 2026 we're delighted to be partnering with Only a Pavement Away.
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ONLY A PAVEMENT AWAY is the charity that supports people looking to rebuild their lives through employment opportunities in hospitality.
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We act as a bridge between forward thinking employers in the hospitality industry and charities working with individuals facing or experiencing homelessness, and prison leavers, to help them rebuild their lives through long term, stable employment. Only A Pavement Away helps individuals get from where they are to where they want to be through employment opportunities, financial support and tailored learning & development.
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Visit www.onlyapavementaway.co.uk for more information, and connect on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram & TikTok.
