The Herald Sun newspaper says the competition was part of a hospitality course run inside Barwon Prison.
John Xydias reportedly held off the challenge from three men conviced of murder to win the title.
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Xydias' ex-girlfriend told the paper he was awarded a box of chocolates for winning the competition.
A victim of crime group has slammed the program.
Steve Medcraft from People Against Lenient Sentencing says the criminals are the most conniving people in society and prison authorities are bending over to make their lives easier.
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