What is the Chefs Long Table Lunch?

• The Chefs Long Table Lunch is an annual charity luncheon held outdoors on the picturesque Pat Usher Foreshore overlooking the Leschenault Inlet in Bunbury, Western Australia on the last Sunday in February each year.
•  The Event is organised entirely by volunteers.
• The food and wine served is mostly donated by local producers.
• 500 guests are shaded under shady marquees in a fine dining setting and enjoy gourmet food prepared by award winning chefs and complemented by South West wines.
• The majority of proceeds raised are distributed to a selected South West charity chosen each year by the organising committee.
• To support a greater cross section of the community, the remaining funds are distributed to a number of small charitable organisations and to an annual scholarship for an apprentice chef.

Aims and Purpose of the CLTL

• To provide an annual charity luncheon that benefits a not-for-profiit organisation in the South West.
• To provide funds to smaller charitable organisations with identified projects and from time to time, at the discretion of the Committee, to any person or persons with a particular need.
• From time to time, at the decretion of the committee,  to offer an annual catering and hospitality scholarship to enable an outstanding apprentice chef to gain experience that might otherwise be beyond reach.
• To bring together a team of volunteers, sponsors, suppliers, and supporters for an event that benefits the greater community.
• To support the not-for-profit sector and foster sustainable communities.
• To showcase award winning chefs and enable them to contribute to the enhancement of community life.
• To celebrate and partake in the extensive range of top quality produce and premium wines of our region.
• To create a spirit of community participation by facilitating extensive and worthwhile community co-operation. This is mutually beneficial and provides a sense of purpose and empowerment for individuals.

Categories of funding provided:

Major Beneficiary  – Up to $50,000: This category provides funds for an identifiable project  that has clearly defined objectives and measurable outcomes, with an emphasis on long-term sustainable commitment to the South West and its people.

Minor Beneficiary  – Up to $10,000: This category recognises the difficulty that small groups and organisations have in securing funding for special purposes. Such organisations are invited to apply for small grants for specific projects.

Scholarship Award  - From time to time, and at the descretion of the committee, an annual award that recognises the contribution made to the Chefs Long Table Lunch by the chefs and the hospitality industry may be offered. When on offer, apprentice chefs in the South West are invited to apply for this scholarship to enhance their professional skills and gain valuable experience.