Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Visitor Profile
The Commercial Kitchen Show is designed for foodservice operators, dealers & agents, and designers & consultants from across the full spectrum of the hospitality sector, including including full-service and casual dining restaurants, quick-service restaurants (QSRs), cafes, bakeries, hotels, resorts, pubs, clubs, venues, stadiums, leisure attractions, schools, universities, aged care, hospitals, correctional facilities, remote camps, as well as retail food operators like petrol stations, convenience stores, and supermarkets.
Who can attend?
Foodservice Australia is designed for professionals from all sectors of the foodservice industry. Whether you’re involved in restaurants, cafes, institutional foodservice, catering, distribution, or wholesale, Foodservice Australia. It also welcomes those involved in contract catering and institutional foodservice, such as aged care, schools, the military, and corporate catering. Additionally, food manufacturers, distributors, and wholesalers will find immense value in attending. Children under 18 are not permitted.
Who can attend?
Foodservice Australia is designed for professionals from all sectors of the foodservice industry. Whether you’re involved in restaurants, cafes, institutional foodservice, catering, distribution, or wholesale, Foodservice Australia. It also welcomes those involved in contract catering and institutional foodservice, such as aged care, schools, the military, and corporate catering. Additionally, food manufacturers, distributors, and wholesalers will find immense value in attending. Children under 16 are not permitted.
2025 Dates, Times and Venue
Venue Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre 1 Convention Centre Place South Wharf VIC 3006
Dates & Hours Sunday 18 May – 10am – 5pm Monday 19 May – 10am – 5pm Tuesday 20 May – 10am – 4pm
How do I register?
Visit the Registration & Pricing page here and choose the best Pass option.
How can I book a stand?
To find out more about exhibiting, contact our sales team today!
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What time does registration open?
The registration counter opens from 9:30am
Will I need to bring identification with me?
Yes. Proof of industry involvement may be requested at the registration counters or the entrance.
You may be required to present necessary trade credentials (listed below):
• Business Registration Certificate • ABN registration form/certificate • ABN printed on a company letterhead or business card • Letter on company letterhead confirming your employment by the owner/director • Business Card
Do I need to pre-register for seminars?
No. Although while we will endeavour to provide ample seating, popular sessions will fill early and seating is allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis.
What is the dress code?
Dress attire to the event is Business or Smart Casual with appropriate footwear. No thongs allowed
Do I need a visa for Australia?
Most international visitors will require a Visa to enter Australia. Applications need to be made well in advance at the Australian Consulate in your own country or in some cases can be made online. It is not our company’s policy to provide invitation letters to visitors wishing to attend our shows. For more information on applying for a Visa visit the Department of Immigration website.