MEET THE
board
Welcome to our ‘Meet the Board’ section, where we invite you to connect with the strategic minds steering the Australian Culinary Federation.
Each board member is a highly accomplished and respected chef. They’re also strategic leaders who are deeply committed to the federation’s future.
Playing a crucial role in shaping our path, our board members ensure the federation stands as the premier commercial cookery association in Australia.
Dive into the stories of these inspiring chefs by clicking on their profile photos to connect with them on LinkedIn.
Inspired by Experience
PRESIDENT
Karen, the proud President of the Australian Culinary Federation, stands as a prominent figure in the foodservice/hospitality industry. With an impressive nine-year tenure as the head of the commercial cookery program at Le Cordon Bleu, Sydney Culinary Arts Institute, she has significantly influenced commercial cookery education in Australia. Notably, Karen broke barriers as the Country’s first female chef to be recognised with the prestigious Black Hat Award, a testament to her exceptional contribution to commercial cookery. Beyond her leadership role, Karen’s passion and expertise shine through as she judges at various commercial cookery competitions across local, national, and international levels, actively supporting the next generation of industry talent.
Stephen Lunn
Tasmania, Director
Keith Jackson
Victoria, Director
Julio Azzarello
NSW ACT & Regions, Director
Martin MacInnes
South QLD, Director
Alan Beggs
North QLD, Director
Martin Bouchier
Northern Territory, Director
Patrick O'Brien
Western Australia, Director
Steven Clark
South Australia, Director
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