Congratulations to Young Chef winner William Emery (above, left) and assistant, Paolo Escay, (above, right) and to Commis winner Philip Liu. The candidates competed live in front of an esteemed panel of some of the country’s most accomplished chefs, including Thomas Keller, Jérôme Bocuse, Gavin Kaysen, Paul Bartolotta, Timothy Hollingsworth, and other Ment’or culinary council members.

We also extend congratulations to our second and third place Young Chef winners:
🥈 Young Chef: Xander Sanchez-Carrillo & Jeremiah Immonen
🥉 Young Chef: Bradley Waddle & Jacob Friedman

And to our second and third place Commis winners:
🥈 Commis: Gregory Lodato
🥉 Commis: RJ Smith

And to all of this year’s competitors for their hard work! Our hope is that every candidate leaves not only stronger in skill, but with lasting relationships, mentorship, and inspiration to continue growing in their careers. Thank you to all of our partners and sponsors — especially UNLV Hospitality and The Venetian Resort — who helped create a special milestone not only for Ment’or, but in the lives of these promising young chefs.

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