

The launch of the project, and the selection process begins with video auditions and reality dawns: these kids do not look like future top chefs. With the help of top restaurateurs Ruth Watson and Gennaro Contaldo, Jamie must makes some tough decisions.

Having found a suitable venue, the participants now have nine months in which to transform it into a top London eatery.

Jamie faces a serious problem: Some of his trainees skip classes, and others are not up to scratch.

Jamie sends the trainees on placements for a month, working with professional chefs in a dozen top restaurants.