Pyramid Wilmar (Pvt.) Ltd. incorporated in 2005, is the leading edible oil and specialty fats company in Sri Lanka. It is reputed as one of the most progressive and influential corporate entities of the industry. The company is a joint venture between Pyramid Oil Mills, and Wilmar International Limited, founded in 1991 and headquartered in Singapore.

Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Pyramid Wilmar (Pvt) Ltd. has successfully concluded ChefsHunt, a landmark corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative that reflects the company's commitment to fostering culinary excellence and driving meaningful community impact.

ChefsHunt was conceived to discover and cultivate emerging culinary talent across Sri Lanka, bringing together 1,000 young participants between the ages of 18 and 25 from 10 locations nationwide.

The initiative provided a unique opportunity for aspiring chefs to develop their skills, gain industry exposure, and unlock their professional potential. Out of this talented pool, 23 exceptional individuals were selected to receive full scholarships for a comprehensive culinary course at the MW Institute of Culinary Arts.

The scholars commenced their intensive training on 19 January and successfully completed the six-month programme on 10 July. Marking the next step in their professional journeys, these young talents are now entering the industry to gain hands-on, practical experience.

Upon completing this vital industrial training period, they will be officially awarded the prestigious NVQ Level 4 Certificate, setting a strong foundation for long-term careers in the culinary arts.

Commenting on this initiative, Pyramid Wilmar (Pvt) Ltd. Group Managing Director Sajjad Mawzoon said: “Through the ChefsHunt initiative, we are not only celebrating two decades of excellence but also actively investing in the future of Sri Lanka's culinary landscape. Seeing these 23 talented young individuals complete their training and take their first steps into the industry is a testament to what is possible when raw talent is met with the right opportunities, education, and mentorship. This initiative is part of our obligation, as a company, to give back to our country and it's citizens.”

As a driving force in the local food manufacturing sector, Pyramid Wilmar remains committed to uplifting Sri Lanka's emerging culinary professionals while simultaneously expanding its footprint in the Hotels, Restaurants, and Cafes (Horeca) channel through innovative new product portfolios.

Through initiatives like ChefsHunt and industry-leading product offerings, Pyramid Wilmar continues to shape the future of Sri Lanka’s culinary landscape, fostering local talent and empowering the next generation of professional chefs.

Image Caption : A group photo including the 23 ChefsHunt participants, along with representatives from MW Institute of Culinary Arts and Pyramid Wilmar (Pvt) Ltd.’s marketing team