QUEENSLAND SOUTH
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Meet the team leading the way in Queensland South. This active committee is made up of passionate, committed professionals who are all about making a difference in the food and hospitality scene.
The inclusive and supportive committee is your go-to for finding new opportunities, learning from industry trends, and getting involved in events that matter.
They're dedicated to keeping our community vibrant, welcoming, and at the cutting edge of what we do.

Brett Deans
0422388872
Director

Martin Bouchier
0422234017
Assistant Director

Richard
Howard - Pearce
0414 919 934
Communications

David Clem
0411 747 674
Events

Surojit Bhattacharya
0431 670 879
Young Chefs Mentor
COMMITTEE

Danny Ward
Chairman of Judges

Andrew McKenzie
Treasurer

Martin MacInnes
Immediate Past President

Nicholas MacDonald
0498 836 359
Assistant Young Chef Mentor
LIFE MEMBERS
- Tom McConnell
- Allan Parker
- Celso Geleazzi
- Mark Minnis
- Guenther Karch
- Volker Koepke
- Peter Housecroft
- Mary McConel
- Toni Sawyer
- Reg Morgan
- Rick Stephen
- Manfred Woeller
- Vincent Vaina
- Robin Massey
- Herbert Franceschini
- Roger Sayce
- Barry Wright
- John MacDonald
- Peter Howard
- Bruno Gentile
- Paul Krantzcke
- Gary Johnson
- Kim Chilcott
- Tony Ryan
- Joe Borsellino MBE
- Sue Smith
Connect and Grow your Network
Join us in person or online for our monthly meeting on the second Monday of each month at 6pm. Contact communications officer Jeremy burrows - casey for details
Events & Competitions
Subscribe and download our calendar
We have created our annual calendar to keep you updated on upcoming events and competitions.
2025 Secondary Schools Challenge
Tuesday 24th June
TAFE SA Regency Campus, 137 Days Rd, Regency Park, 5010.
Convenor
Chris Codell 0408 857 293
2025 National Apprentice Competiton
Date: Saturday 24th May
Venue: TAFE Queensland
66 Ernest St. Southbank
Liaison: Danny Ward
Contact: 0412 388 116

Competitions
Our competitions are not just about showcasing skills; they’re a celebration of creativity, hard work, and the spirit of collaboration. Whether you’re competing or cheering on, you’re a vital part of this progressive community.