2025 CULINARY CHALLENGE
Are you ready to put your culinary skills to the ultimate test? The 2025 Culinary Challenge is your chance to compete with the best in the industry on a prestigious stage that celebrates talent, creativity, and excellence.
This high-energy competition offers more than just bragging rights—it’s your opportunity to earn recognition, prizes, and professional acclaim. Participants will go head-to-head under pressure, showcasing their abilities in front of a live audience and a panel of distinguished judges accredited by the Australian Culinary Federation (ACF).
This year’s exciting lineup includes:
• ACF National Apprentice Competition
• ACF Most Outstanding Chef
• ACF Team Challenges
• Nestlé Golden Chefs Hat Award Final Series
and many more thrilling events!
Proudly presented by the Australian Culinary Federation and ACF NSW ACT & Regions, this event is dedicated to promoting culinary excellence and providing a world-class competitive environment for chefs at every stage of their journey.
Whether you’re just starting out or already a seasoned competitor, this is your moment to shine. Show the world your passion, precision, and innovation in a setting that celebrates the very best of the culinary arts.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of Australia’s most prestigious culinary showcases. Step up to the plate—we can’t wait to see you in action!




Our Timetable

Monday 8th
September
ACF INDIVIDUAL LIVE KITCHENS
7.30am: Sweet Buffet Centrepieces, Petit Fours & Pralines
10am – 5pm: Individual Live Cooking Challenges
ACF TEAM KITCHENS
7.30am – 1pm: Nestle Golden Chefs Hat Award
ACF DEMO KITCHENS
10am – 5pm: A series of 30-minute masterclasses
11am: Static Medal Presentations

Tuesday 9th
September
ACF INDIVIDUAL LIVE KITCHENS
7.30am Sugar Paste Cakes & Wacky Cakes,
10am – 5pm: Individual Live Cooking Challenges
ACF TEAM KITCHENS
7.30 – 1pm: Nestle Golden Chefs hat Award
2pm – 5pm: Street Food Challenge
DEMO KITCHEN
10am – 5pm: A series of 30-minute masterclasses
11am: Static Medal Presentations

Wednesday 10th
September
ACF INDIVIDUAL LIVE KITCHENS
7.30am: 4 Different Desserts, Torte or Gateaux for 8
9am: National Apprentice Competition
9am – 11am: 1st Year Apprentice Cooks
11am – 2pm: 2nd Year Apprentice Cooks
2pm – 5pm: Culinary Students
ACF TEAM KITCHENS
10am – 5pm: Team Challenge Competition
DEMO KITCHEN
10am – 5pm: A series of 30-minute masterclasses
11am: Static Medal Presentations
1pm: NAC 1st Year Medal Presentation
3pm: NAC 2nd Year Medal Presentation
5pm: NAC Culinary Student Medal Presentation, Team Challenge Medal Presentation

Thursday11th
September
8am – 1pm: National Apprentice Competition Final Year Apprentice Cooks
ACF TEAM KITCHENS
8am – 1pm: Yum Cha Challenge
ACF DEMO KITCHENS
10am – 3pm: A series of 30-minute masterclasses
3pm – 5pm: Awards Presentation

