VOICE OF HOSPITALITY

VICTORIA
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Meet the team leading the way in Victoria. This committee is made up of passionate, committed professionals who are all about making a difference in the food and hospitality scene.
The friendly and inclusive 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.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Jacqueline Bates  

0413 181 713
Director

Dale Lyman

0409 170 920
Deputy Director
Chairman of Judges

Abhishek Roy

0416 019 090
Communications

Chenye Lu

476992498
Events

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Kellie Smith

0419 126 726
Young Chef Mentor

COMMITTEE

Andrew Wisken

Andrew Wisken


Victorian Treasurer
ACF Vice President
Education Committee

Marisa Marchant


Education Committee

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Angelica Iuliano

0433 189 980
Young Chef Leader

Kevin Pham

LIFE MEMBERS

Connect and Grow your Network

Join us in person or online for our monthly meeting. Contact Abhishek Roy

Events & Competitions

Subscribe and download our calendar

We have created our annual calendar to keep you updated on upcoming events and competitions.

2026 Secondary Schools Competitions

Friday 26th June
Mt Waverly Secondary College
98-120 Stephensons Rd, Melbourne Victoria 3149
Convenor 
Andrew Wisken 0407 848 931 

2026 Golden Chefs

Tuesday 7th July
William Angliss Institute
555 La Trobe St Melbourne
Convenor Jacqueline Bates
0413 181 713

2026 National Apprentice Competition

Victoria AusTAFE
Date: Thursday 2nd July
Venue: Holmesglen Moorabbin
488 South Rd Moorabbin
Convenor: Targ Howorth
0411 472 147
Victorian Criteria Click Here
Victorian Competitors are to enter via their RTO with application form on criteria.

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. 

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