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BIO

Matt’s chef experience spans more than 20 years across Europe, China, New Zealand and most recently, Melbourne, Australia. Matt uses his experience as an executive sous chef to run multiple restaurants, as well as providing consulting, coaching and simply cooking for friends and family.

Like many others, his inspiration and passion for cooking is grounded in family roots, spending countless hours alongside Mum and Nan in the kitchen as a child. In these early years, he honed his craft whilst preparing traditional family feasts and baking classic English treats. After completing culinary school, Matt moved to Harrogate to further pursue his dream of becoming a chef. Several years later and following a soul seeking conversation with Nan, Matt embarked on global travel to further explore culinary art.

Working in Australia allows Matt the opportunity to access his favourite culinary culture, Tokyo Japan, for a history steeped in tradition, culture and food. When he’s not in the kitchen, you can find Matt cycling at the beach, or shopping in Melbourne’s local markets for the best farm to table produce.

Experience

Grain Salad with spring herbs

Grain Salad with spring herbs

Executive Sous Chef

Redrock Leisure Group | Melbourne, Australia

Oversight of 10 venues across three airport terminals. Management of 80 staff, payroll, stock and inventory and menu development.


Maron Tortellini with parmesan crumb and pickled celery

Maron Tortellini with parmesan crumb and pickled celery

New Venue Consultant

Q Restaurant | Beijing, China

Consulting to the owner on start up of a new venue, on boarding and training of key staff, menu creation 


Luxe Dessert Buffet

Luxe Dessert Buffet

Event Sous Chef

Vue De Monde | Melbourne, Australia

Working closely with the Vue De Monde team on offsite function and events held globally


Master stock poached chicken with chilli peanut and mango

Master stock poached chicken with chilli peanut and mango

Senior Sous Chef

Fox Glove | Wellington, New Zealand

Operating a multi-venue group inclusive of restaurant, bar and events venue