FOODSERVICE FORUM - 2008: A comprehensive foodservice forum was held in Launceston, Tasmania in August 2008 with a great response from all areas of the inustry including distributors, manufacturers, healthcare and more guests from other parts of the industry including chefs. A back of house tour was also possible with Chef, of the Country Club Tasmania.
TOPICS;
COUNTRY CLUB TASMANIA, LAUNCESTON
Regarded as one of Tasmania's jewels in the crown, an opportunity to hear from Executive Chef, Brad French. With an amazing pedigree, his background provides him with the expertise to look after the Country Club Tasmania. Setting new standards in foodservice, a look behind the scenes of this large scale operation is a must.
COOK CHILL GUIDELINES 2008
The revised cook chill guidelines have just been presented at a conference in Sydney this week. Be the first to hear about them and how they impact on your products.
Ideal for Chefs to hear how they can use the cook chill systems within large catering companies & smaller operations.
BEHIND THE SCENES IN HEALTHCARE
Manufacturers and Distributors service this area but it can be too confusing as to the various methods used, the sizes and heights of trays; the various cook / serve systems that are in place. Hear from a foodservice consultant on what is available and how to service this sector.
RED,AMBER, GREEN . . . . Let's Go . . .
Learn more about the programs for food in the Schools Canteen programs. Accreditation programs are currently being upgraded and each State presents different guidelines. Tasmania is no different and an opportunity exists to learn more on what are the rules and recommendations.
BIG HOSPITALS / BIG CHALLENGES / TIGHT BUDGETS
What drives a big hospital / what are the challenges / how do they meet all the requirements of this tightly governed sector.
FOODSERVICE INDUSTRY UPDATE & TRENDS
What is happening in Foodservice . . . . .
PRESENTERS:
Dale Anderson, Mary Whelan, Tracey Tasker, Chef Brad French
MARY WHELAN
Mary is a highly respected foodservice consultant who works across many sectors including health care, hospitals and institutions, catering operations and food sectors. Formerly Chair of the Cook Chill Group in Victoria, Mary travels the country to assist clients to meet the changing needs in foodservice management of their kitchen and service operations. Her depth of knowledge combined with her easy manner, have made Mary a popular presenter.
DALE ANDERSON
Dale’s 35 years in the Food Service Industry working in both cooking and managerial positions has given him a wealth of experience and expertise to progress into his new role as a well respected Consultant and Food Safety Auditor within Tasmania. Dale has a passion for his industry demonstrated through his long involvement in the Institute of Hospitality in Health Care. As Manager of the Foodservice Department at Launceston General Hospital, Dale is no stranger to challenges. He will take us behind he scenes with his presentation, highlighting the needs and wants of a large hospital, the challenges and the tight constraints they face each day.
TRACEY TASKER APD
As a Community Dietitian with the Community Nutrition Unit, DHHS, Tracey is based in Launceston. The Community Nutrition Unit works in partnership with other organisations and services to plan, implement and evaluate a variety of public health nutrition programs and strategies. For example, the CNU works with Child Health Association, School Canteen Association, Department of Education, local councils, food retailers and others. Tracey works in the areas of school canteens, children services (including child care), food and nutrition policy implementation and monitoring as well as resource development. The Community Nutrition Unit is a state wide service with offices in Hobart, Launceston, Devonport and Burnie.
BRAD FRENCH
Originally from Melbourne, Brad trained at William Angliss College, one of the foremost training centres for Chefs in Melbourne. He has worked at many prestigious venues including senior roles at Crown Melbourne, working alongside some of the best Chefs and responsible for large teams of chefs. Hear about some of these most exclusive events, where fine food is served.
Event Sponsors:
- Kellogg's
- National Foods / King Island Dairy
- Corporate Express
- Tassal
- Daydots
Event Details:
this event was held in August 2008.For further events in Tasmania, please contact FIA office to register your interest.
