McKee, head chef at Avery-managed residential care home the Hawthorns in Aldridge, won the top spot after a hard-fought national final in Stratford-upon-Avon college yesterday.
"This is exactly what we've achieved this year. From menu development, flavour combinations and presentation to execution, nutritional knowledge and professionalism, the finalists delivered and impressed. They are wonderful ambassadors for the care sector. Being able to watch the chefs in action was a real treat for their supporters and our guests, and we thank Stratford-upon-Avon College for being such great hosts."