The OzHarvest CEO Cookoff brings together business leaders and top chefs – and our General Manager is proud to participate in this life-changing charity event!
At Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport, we’re thrilled to announce our General Manager’s participation in the OzHarvest CEO Cookoff 2025. This premier charity cooking event unites business leaders with celebrated chefs to tackle Australia’s growing food insecurity crisis, and we couldn’t be more excited to be part of this meaningful movement.
What Makes the OzHarvest CEO Cookoff Special?
It’s Australia’s most impactful charity cooking event. This October 2025, our General Manager Nick Henderson, will join fellow business leaders cooking alongside renowned chefs including Christine Manfield, Colin Fassnidge, Andy Allen, Matt Moran, and Neil Perry. This unique event creates lasting change by bringing together food, connection, and compassion in one unforgettable evening.
Raising $1 Million: The OzHarvest CEO Cookoff Impact
Every dollar raised through the OzHarvest CEO Cookoff goes directly to fighting food insecurity across Australia. The 2025 event aims to raise $1,000,000 with incredible impact:
- Every $1 = 2 meals for vulnerable Australians
- Target: 2,000,000 meals through fundraising efforts
- Supporting 1,500 charities nationwide, with 1,200 more awaiting assistance
This initiative addresses Australia’s critical need for food relief while reducing waste – a cause close to our hearts in hospitality.
Why Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport Joined This Charity Movement?
Food is central to everything we do at Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport. From our Vargas Restaurant’s daily service to our 24/7 room service, we understand how meals bring people together. Participating in the OzHarvest CEO Cookoff aligns perfectly with our community values and supporting IHG’s Journey to Tomorrow sustainability initiative.
Cooking with Purpose: The OzHarvest CEO Cookoff Experience
Our General Manager will experience the magic of this charity cooking event through:
- Cooking gourmet meals with Australia’s top chefs (no expert skills required!)
- Connecting with community members and business leaders
- Creating lasting impact through meaningful fundraising efforts
The OzHarvest CEO Cookoff proves that business leaders can cook with heart and serve with genuine purpose.
Supporting This Vital Mission
While our General Manager represents Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport at this exclusive charity event, we invite our corporate meeting planners, guests, and community partners to support this vital cause. Every contribution helps feed more Australians and supports crucial food rescue work.
We’re honored to participate CEO Cookoff 2025 and contribute to this movement that’s nourishing our country. Donate to OzHarvest today.
Learn more about this charity cooking event at ceocookoff.com.au
