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Why Join the Australian Institute of TechnicalChefs

We are an Institute that aims to help chefs to accomplish their goals by providing them with a support network of friends and mentors. We work to provide advocacy and representation for industry professionals and improve the social standing of chefs. By working in collaboration with Government and industry partners through the sharing of ideas and the development of positive initiatives.

Why Join the Australian Institute of TechnicalChefs

We are an Institute that aims to help chefs to accomplish their goals by providing them with a support network of friends and mentors. We work to provide advocacy and representation for industry professionals and improve the social standing of chefs. By working in collaboration with Government and industry partners through the sharing of ideas and the development of positive initiatives.

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Meet TCHEF Ambassadors

Rick Stephen

He has coached and mentored many National Culinary Teams for International Competitions, including Singapore, Japan, Thailand, Malaysia and China. He has also recently trained the Chinese candidates in WorldSkills in Western cuisine and they came in the top 3.

Rick is one of the world’s renowned judges of culinary events and his skills are called upon on many occasions in various regions of the world. Rick has competed in many competitions winning 82 gold medals internationally in various Competitions. These achievements include Australian Chef of the Year, Chef of Chefs x3, Gold Medalist at Food Asia- Singapore Culinary Olympics-Germany, World Cup -Luxembourg, Fine Foods- Sydney and Melbourne, Sapporo- Japan, Detroit-USA, Team Captain of Australia 1990-1995 and Team Manager / Coach of the Australian Team 2002-2008.

Marcus Moore

Marcus Moore was born and raised in Hong Kong. He worked in both the front and back of house in Australia, the UK, and Hong Kong in the capacity of Culinary Director and Food and Beverage Director.  

He has competed and judged in competitions in Germany, Singapore, Australia, Cambodia and Hong Kong.
Marcus has also been President of the Les Toques Blanches Australia and Vice President of the HK Chefs Association.

He is a lifelong Australia Day Ambassador for his charitable work and a member of the Australian Institute of Technicalchefs, Academia Culinaire Des France and Les Toques Blanches. 

Manfred Muellers

Manfred Muellers is an expert in the culinary world, with an illustrious career marked by numerous accolades and achievements. As a life Honorary member of the World Master Chefs Society and Life -Honorary President of both the South African Chefs Association and the Confrerie de la Chaine des Rotisseurs in Paris, his influence on the global culinary stage is undeniable. 

Manfred Muellers is an expert in the culinary world, with an illustrious career marked by numerous accolades and achievements. As a life Honorary member of the World Master Chefs Society and Life -Honorary President of both the South African Chefs Association and the Confrerie de la Chaine des Rotisseurs in Paris, his influence on the global culinary stage is undeniable. 

Meet TCHEF Ambassadors

Rick Stephen

Rick Stephen has coached and mentored many national culinary teams for international competitions including Singapore, Japan, Thailand, Malaysia and China.

He has also recently trained the Chinese candidates in WorldSkills in Western cuisine and they came in the top 3.

Rick is one of the world’s renowned judges of culinary events and his skills are called upon on many occasions in various regions of the world.

Rick has competed in many competitions winning 82 gold medals internationally in various Competitions.

These achievements include Australian Chef of the Year, Chef of Chefs x3, Gold Medalist at Food Asia- Singapore Culinary Olympics-Germany, World Cup -Luxembourg, Fine Foods- Sydney and Melbourne, Sapporo- Japan, Detroit-USA, Team Captain of Australia 1990-1995 and Team Manager / Coach of the Australian Team 2002-2008.

Marcus Moore

Born and raised in Hong Kong, Marcus Moore worked in both the front and back of the house as a culinary and F&B director, in Australia, the UK and Hong Kong.

He has competed and judged in competitions in Germany, Singapore, Australia, Cambodia and Hong Kong. 

Marcus has also been President of the Les Toques Blanches Australia and Vice President of the HK Chefs Association.

He is a lifelon g Australia Day Ambassador for his charitable work and a member of the Australian Institute of Technicalchefs, Academia Culinaire Des France and Les Toques Blanches.

Manfred Muellers

Manfred Muellers is an expert in the culinary world with an illustrious career marked by numerous accolades and achievements.

As a life Honorary member of the World Master Chefs Society and Life -Honorary President of both the South African Chefs Association and the Confrerie de la Chaine des Rotisseurs in Paris, his influence on the global culinary stage is undeniable.

With a passion for education and training development spanning 38 years, Manfred has served as a Senior Lecturer at the esteemed School of Tourism and Hospitality in Johannesburg.

He emphasises the importance of Mastering the fundamentals, believing that a solid foundation is the key to success in the ever-evolving hospitality industry.

His expertise extends beyond academia, as he lends his guidance as a consultant to Hospitality Businesses.

Herbert Klinkhammer

Herbert Klinkhammer is German by birth, where he made his apprenticeship and served in the Navy.

His professional life took him to Iran, Indonesia, the Philippines, South Korea and Australia, where he opened 4 luxury hotels as Executive Chef. 

He was a Member of WACS, La Chaine des Rôtisseurs, Academie Culinaire de France, as well as President of Les Toques Blanches in Australia, Indonesia and South Korea.

And participated and Judged many Culinary Competitions and was a Member of the Australian Culinary Olympics Team from 1982 – 1985, which won a Gold Medal in Frankfurt 1984.

Herbert always believed in a high Culinary Standard and training with the aim of improving and achieving culinary excellence.

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Professional – Renewal 2 Years

$100

Includes:

  • $100 joining fee
  • $50 x 2 annual membership
  • $10 administration fee
  • icon-cross Duration : 730 days
  • icon-check Max. Listings : 1
  • icon-check Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals, potential clients, partners, and mentors.
  • icon-check Access to Resources: Stay updated on industry trends, advancements, and best practices with our valuable resources.
  • icon-check Advocacy and Representation: Be part of a collective voice that shapes policies and regulations affecting the culinary industry.
  • icon-check Professional Development: Enhance your skills and knowledge through workshops, training programs, and educational materials.
  • icon-check Credibility and Recognition: Boost your professional reputation by being part of a reputable association committed to honesty and excellence.
  • icon-check Warm and Comforting Community: Join a community that brings comfort and joy to the culinary world, turning courses into enjoyable journeys.
  • icon-check Mentoring Program and Professional Development
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Professional – Renewal 1 Year

$50

Includes:

  • $100 joining fee
  • $50 x 2 annual membership
  • $10 administration fee
  • icon-cross Duration : 365 days
  • icon-check Max. Listings : 1
  • icon-check Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals, potential clients, partners, and mentors.
  • icon-check Access to Resources: Stay updated on industry trends, advancements, and best practices with our valuable resources.
  • icon-check Advocacy and Representation: Be part of a collective voice that shapes policies and regulations affecting the culinary industry.
  • icon-check Professional Development: Enhance your skills and knowledge through workshops, training programs, and educational materials.
  • icon-check Credibility and Recognition: Boost your professional reputation by being part of a reputable association committed to honesty and excellence.
  • icon-check Warm and Comforting Community: Join a community that brings comfort and joy to the culinary world, turning courses into enjoyable journeys.
  • icon-check Mentoring Program and Professional Development
  • icon-check Advocacy Initiatives
Professional

$210

Includes:

  • $100 joining fee
  • $50 x 2 annual membership
  • $10 administration fee
  • icon-cross Duration : 730 days
  • icon-check Max. Listings : 1
  • icon-check Networking Opportunities:
    Connect with like-minded professionals, potential clients, partners, and mentors.
  • icon-check Access to Resources:
    Stay updated on industry trends, advancements, and best practices with our valuable resources.
  • icon-check Advocacy and Representation:
    Be part of a collective voice that shapes policies and regulations affecting the culinary industry.
  • icon-check Professional Development:
    Enhance your skills and knowledge through workshops, training programs, and educational materials.
  • icon-check Credibility and Recognition:
    Boost your professional reputation by being part of a reputable association committed to honesty and excellence.
  • icon-check Warm and Comforting Community:
    Join a community that brings comfort and joy to the culinary world, turning courses into enjoyable journeys.
  • icon-check Mentoring Program and Professional Development.
  • icon-check Advocacy Initiatives.