23rd - 25th June 2019
Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre

Foodservice Australia - The Industry Event

The next Foodservice Australia show will be held in Melbourne from 23-25 June 2019, 10am-5pm each day. For the first time, the show is moving to the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre with more exhibitors and more special events.

Over 400 exhibitors will showcase the latest food, drink and equipment. There will be a series of special events including the Chef of the Year, National Restaurant Conference, Cafe School, The Sweet Spot and Aged Care Catering Summit.

If you are interested in exhibiting or visiting then now is the time to put it in your diary.

Recent News

Finalists announced for Chef of the Year

Melbourne will welcome 32 talented chefs from around the nation this month for the prestigious Australian Professional Chef of the Year contest, to be held at Foodservice Australia trade show 23-25 June at Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre. Competition Director Gary Farrell says the vast number of entries from senior professional chefs demonstrates this title has become one of the most sought-after in the Australian culinary world. And with a share of $10,000 cash up for grabs, it is also one of Australia’s richest competitions for chefs. Read Now

Chef of the Year announces stellar judging team

With just one week to go until entries close, Competition Director Gary Farrell has announced a stellar lineup of judges for Chef of the Year, to be held at Foodservice Australia 23-25 June. Head Judge John McFadden returns to lead the core judging team, which also includes Mark Normoyle and Deepak Mishra. In addition there will be guest judges each day of the competition, and revered chef Peter Howard, one of Australia’s first ‘celebrity chefs’, returns as competition MC, assisted by author and food journalist Dani Valent. Farrell says the guest chefs joining the judging panel include Sascha Randle from Meatsmith, Tom Milligan from Le Cordon Bleu, Daniel Soto from Holmesglen, Daman Shrivastav from Box Hill Institute and Bas Van Uyen from The Lucas Group. Read Now

Special Events

Aged Care Catering Summit

As the demands and expectations of Australia’s booming aged care sector evolve we are seeing huge changes in the way meals are prepared and served. Be part of the discussion at The Aged Care Catering Summit.

Chef of the Year

The Chef of the Year competition sees chef compete against chef and the clock in a test of creativity, culinary knowledge and ingenuity.

Specialty Producers Pavillion

The Specialty Producers Pavillion is an exciting feature located within the Foodservice Australia exhibition. It showcases boutique food, drink and ingredient suppliers from all over Australia.

Café School

The Cafe School at Foodservice Australia offers free workshops that can help you expand your menu and boost your bottom line. You can hear the speakers and taste the latest trends.

The Sweet Spot

New to the show this year is The Sweet Spot, a demonstration stage with expert presenters showcasing all things sweet; chocolate, gelato and patisserie.

National Restaurant Conference

The National Restaurant Conference gives you the opportunity to hear from industry leaders and experts on how to improve your business. It is a full day of ideas, inspiration and practical advice.

ACF Restaurant Challenge

The ACF Restaurant Challenge sees nine teams from around Australia hit the kitchens and prepare gourmet meals for their own 24 seat restaurant on the show floor.

30 under 30

In a very special presentation, foodservice magazine will be recognising the best and brightest young foodservice professionals working in Australia today with their 30 Under 30.