Food Network in search of 'Next Food Network Star' contestants

The Food Network is already searching for outstanding chefs and home cooks to compete for the opportunity to win his or her own series for the sixth season of "The Next Food Network Star."

The network will conduct a nationwide talent search and encourages both professional and amateur chefs to apply. Open-call auditions will be held around the country throughout July and August. Contestant hopefuls should bring an application, a photograph and a resume or bio to the auditions, which will allow them to meet with network casting directors. Interested candidates unable to attend an open casting call can submit a three-minute audition video explaining why he or she should be Food Network’s newest star.

For applications, contest rules and submission instructions, go online at www.FoodNetwork.com/Star.

Casting events will include:

Phoenix
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 8
Embassy Suites Phoenix/Scottsdale, 4415 East Paradise Village Parkway, Phoenix
Chicago
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 12
Affinia Chicago Hotel, 166 East Superior St., Chicago
Austin
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 17
Hyatt Regency Downtown, 208 Barton Springs Road, Austin
San Francisco
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 26
W San Francisco, 181 Third St., San Francisco
New York City
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 31
CBS, 530 W. 57th St., New York City
Los Angeles
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 10
Saddle Ranch, 8371 West Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood
San Diego
Noon to 5 p.m. Aug. 17
W San Diego, 421 W. B St., San Diego
Atlanta
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 24
W Atlanta Midtown, 188 14th St. NE, Atlanta