SURPLUS
The food waste learning platform for chefs.
Everything you need to know about food waste prevention, in one app.A catalogue of zero-waste practices, recipes, tips, tools and courses.All in your pocket. Ready when you need it. 
“An amazing platform for chefs. Loved going through all the content and finding new ideas. It's clear that the app is built for chefs, as it's very intuitive and a pleasure to use.”
- Guillaume Galvez, Executive Chef at Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech
The professional membership for chefs.
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Recipes & Resources
Zero-waste recipe library, upcycling tips, templates, and operational tools you can use immediately.
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Courses
Structured learning on food waste prevention and kitchen systems. Short and direct to the point.
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Support
Live Q&A calls with Chef Vojtech Végh. Bring your kitchen's specific challenges and get direct answers.
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Team Access
Onboard all your chefs. Team plans give access to multiple chefs under one subscription.
Running out of ideas?Find recipes and upcycling tips for every byproduct.Tried and tested in commercial kitchens, not theory.A library of zero-waste recipes.
Forget boring online courses with lengthy videos. Say hello to short and engaging videos that chefs enjoy watching. Expand your skills quickly and learn at your own pace.Courses built for chefs.
Simple tools and templates to help you with food waste prevention.Sample zero-waste menu, worksheets and kitchen posters.Used in hundreds of kitchens around the world.
Downloadable resources.
No more guesswork.A zero-waste chef is now in your pocket.Join the monthly live calls and get the answers you need.Direct access to chef Vojtech.
“A practical and user-friendly resource that promotes best practices, creativity, cost efficiency, and better utilisation of trimmings and food waste.”
- Executive Chef, 5-star resort
“A valuable tool that encourages creativity, cost efficiency, and better utilisation of food products while reducing waste.”
- Corporate Chef, hotel group
“Very user-friendly, easy to use, and the videos are brief and informative. Recipes and posters are now being used in our kitchen”
- Executive Chef, 5-star hotel
One membership. Three options.
Annual subscription. Cancel anytime. No per-module fees.
Individual
€99
per person/yearWhat’s included:
Access to all courses
Access to all recipes
Access to live calls with Chef Vojtech
Challenges
Members-only newsletter
Printable materials
Unlimited access to all resources
Mobile app
Team
€79
per chef/yearWhat’s included:
Team progress tracking
Engagement analytics and reports
Minimum 5 chefs included
Everything in Individual plan, plus:
Training
€1499
per 5 chefs/yearWhat’s included:
Everything in the Team plan, plus:
3x tailored private online sessions
Private support channel
Food waste data review
Enterprise
Looking for a tailored solution? Would you like to enroll more than 50 chefs?
Contact me for customized access options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime.
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The SURPLUS app is designed for chefs on a busy schedule, and everyone can find their own way of making use of the app. Here are a few ways to use the SURPLUS app:
Find new upcycling ideas in the searchable catalogue of byproducts
Find new zero-waste recipes
Complete the mini-courses on specific topics
Get your CPD certificate in food waste prevention
Join the challenges that will help you achieve a specific goal
Join the monthly Q&A sessions to talk to me directly
Enjoy the weekly members-only newsletter
Use the resources and kitchen posters in your kitchen
You can find the element that is most useful to you. The content comes in different formats, so everyone can find what works for them best. You can use the app daily, you can use it during your new menu development, or you can use it when you need inspiration for new ideas.
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The SURPLUS app is the easiest way to access all the resources for food waste prevention, as it allows you to have everything at your fingertips. The app brings together best practices, tips, recipes, live sessions and other resources that help chefs prevent food waste, and chefs can easily access everything through the app.
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The SURPLUS can be a starting point in food waste prevention, or the next step after reductions have been achieved. The biggest benefit is that the content is easily accessible on your phone, and all of the advice is based on tried and tested real-world practices.
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The content of the SURPLUS app and its development required significant resources, and I am unable to offer all of my work for free. The app contains all of my existing content, and new content and features are being added. While I kept it as affordable as possible, the price may increase in the future.
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It depends. You will find courses and challenges that will guide you in food waste reduction and a lot of other content, but actual results depend on what you implement in your kitchen. The SURPLUS app is not a replacement for private training, and all results depend on your actions.
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The SURPLUS app is useful for any kitchen where fresh food is being produced or served, regardless of the type of the operations.
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Absolutely. Team plans are available with tailored options, and all courses can be used to upskill your chefs in specific topics. Progress and engagement reports can be provided for each user, and private channels can be created within the app for custom content. Contact us for more details.
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As long as fresh food is prepared on site, then yes. Hotels, resorts, contract catering, events, casual restaurants, fine-dining restaurants, cruises, casinos, large kitchens, tiny bistros, etc. - all of them can benefit from food waste prevention.
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Zero-waste cooking is less about cooking and more about principles and systems, which can be easily learned online.
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Because it’s my responsibility to share my learnings with chefs around the world. Every single chef should know how to prevent food waste in their kitchens. There are no limits to what I will share on this platform. I want to change this industry for the better, and now you can be part of my mission.