Mikayla Dawson-Sincock
2025
Finalist
South Australia

Qualification: Certificate III in Commercial Cookery 

School: Roma Mitchell Secondary College 

RTO: Career Employment Group Inc 

Employer: Feathers Hotel

Mikayla’s journey into cookery began with a love of food and creativity. She has always been drawn to the energy of a kitchen and the satisfaction of creating something that brings people together. Honing her culinary skills in fast-paced kitchen environments, Mikayla is cooking up a bright future through her school-based apprenticeship. She is proud of the career she has chosen, and her passion for cooking has inspired some of her classmates to explore VET pathways. 

Mikayla is a student at Roma Mitchell Secondary College. She is undertaking a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery through the Australian  Career Employment Group, and she is employed as an apprentice chef at Feathers Hotel. 

Working busy shifts in a bustling kitchen, Mikayla is mentored by a skilled head chef. Her goal is to become a professional chef and promote sustainable practices in the hospitality industry.