What our clients say...
"Professional and on time every time, Iain enjoys exceeding expectations.
When looking for consistency and on time delivery within your kitchen, look outside the ordinary and employ a qualified contract chef. Iain brings his hotel and resort experience into your catering world.
Iain is dedicated to ensuring quality and the wow factor to your production each and every time. We have been working with lain for the past 2 years and when called upon for support, we have never been disappointed.
Iain offers a professional product, done with finesse and creativity, catering to your own specification where required.
Iain is situated very high on the list of our preferred contract chefs…you will not be disappointed."
Michael Fletcher Executive Chef
Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre
"Iain is a consummate professional who can adapt to any catering environment and produce product of the highest standard, he is a pleasure to work with and has become a key member of our team."
Lee Morgan Executive Chef
Michael O'Brien Catering (Skilled Park Stadium Robina, Metricon Stadium Carrara, The Gabba Brisbane)
"During my role as General Manager of Outrigger Sun City Resort, I employed the services of Executive Chef Iain McCombe to establish food and beverage operations for the facility comprising of a new restaurant, in-room dining, pool side dining and special event catering.
With Iain's practical, hands-on and goal driven approach to management he went on to successfully run all aspects of F & B operations, maintaining standards and consistently exceeding forecasted budgets. He became licensee for the premises and played an integral part in our executive team.
Iain excelled with his management of our Indy event catering, ensuring a high pressure situation ran smoothly with minimal waste and maximum profit.
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Iain's services as a consultant chef and I wish him every success with his future endeavours."
Michael Moret-Lalli Former CEO (Now Mantra Group Director of Acquisitions)
MFS Hotels and Resorts Division
"Iain McCombe was contracted by the Pub Group Pty Ltd to support in refining the food operation of the Boardwalk, Hope Island over a four week period. Iain successfully achieved the objectives as requested by myself and the Company Director, some of which are as follows:
1. Streamline overall kitchen operations to maximise efficiency productivity and profitability.
2. Support in the refinement & implementation of a fully costed menu tailored to suit and appeal to the surrounding customer base and demographics.
3. Support in the appointment a NEW Head Chef to successfully continue the ongoing Management of the operation – and offer ongoing support where required.
4. Re-establish the overall standards, systems & procedures to deliver and exceed budgeted requirements.
During this period Iain worked hands-on in the kitchen, focusing on production efficiencies whilst training & developing the current team members. He displayed a sound knowledge to OHS & food safety standards and the effective implementation of systems & procedures that work.
Throughout his contracted period, Iain presented himself as a hospitality professional holding a very strong work ethic and a great passion for food. I would not hesitate to utilise Iain within our group for any potential opportunities in the future."
Marcus Morant Group Operations Manager
The Pub Group Pty Ltd
"It was a pleasure to work closely with you again over the past 3 months.
Your contribution in improving and restructuring the kitchen operation has been successful and well received. Already the business is benefiting from your improvements both financially and on a HR level. The kitchen brigade have been working much better as a team and more importantly in harmony with the front of house.
Your professionalism, wealth of knowledge and regimented approach has been the catalyst in bringing the operation forward to where it should be.
Thanks again and I am sure you will continue to be in demand in the industry where ever you go."
Christopher Bagley General Manager
Emerald Lakes Golf Club -
Nifsan/Windsor Development Holdings
"Iain, your assistance was awesome and professional as always. Thanks again and I will definitely keep you posted for any future business. You're a legend."
Michael Boyd Executive Assistant Manager
Stella Resorts/Mantra Sun City
“Remarkable what you achieved in such a short period”
Cpt. Joe Goddard CEO (Former)
Southport Yacht Club
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