Inaugural Aged Care Catering Summit 2018

Australia’s aged-care sector has gone through significant changes, and this is set to continue in regards to catering. Alongside the Foodservice Australia trade show, the first Aged Care Catering Summit will take place on 29 May 2018 at the ICC Sydney.

The summit will explore how delegates can improve their business, provide nutritious meals and adapt to the shifting demographic and demands of the aged-care sector.

“The baby boomers now entering aged care in all its forms are largely educated and sophisticated; many are avid diners and connoisseurs who will not tolerate a foodservice offering that is seen as institutional,” said Tim Collett, Foodservice Australia’s event director. “At this unique event, you’ll hear from leaders in the industry on innovation, trends, nutrition and how to stay ahead of this changing demographic.”

Aimed towards those involved in catering for the elderly — such as general managers, catering managers, chefs, facility managers, nutritionists, commercial caterers, consultants and suppliers — attendees can network with industry leaders, listen to advice from speakers and share their thoughts on current issues.

The conference will cover a range of topics, including central kitchens versus cook fresh, the changing face of the dining room, on-site cafes, nutrition, risk, trends and innovation in equipment and technology.

One speaker will be John Casey, national food services manager for aged-care provider AVEO. He said: “This is an important conference for all who wish to ensure healthy, nutritional dining options that meet the demands for our fast-growing ageing population.

“I look forward to sharing insights from my experience catering for 13,000 residents at 80 retirement communities, as well as gaining new ideas from a great line-up of specialists.”

Other speakers will also include: Cherie Hugo, founder for The Lantern Project; Lynn James, CEO for Maggie Beer Foundation; Peter Morgan-Jones, executive chef for Hammond Care; and Anne Schneyder, director for Nutrition Professionals Australia.

For further information, visit www.foodserviceaustralia.com.au/Content/Aged-Care-Catering-Summit/4_71/.

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