Masterchef is the topic people often talk about and this is our most popular format. Your colleagues will break into teams, choose fresh ingredients from our pantry, then cook the most flavorsome and visually appealing dishes to take the crown. This style of cooking challenge would encourage a solid relationship between you and each of your team members, it's time to help them collaborate effectively.

Part of the building trust amongst your team members is letting them share their ideas and knowledge. They need to trust that you're prepared to speak up for all of your team members when needed and will support them whenever necessary. Teams that work well together have better problem-solving abilities and know-how to utilize each team member's unique background and skills. This allows them to achieve the best possible results.

In this challenge, teams will need to work together to plan, cook, compete and win, making this an ideal team building event. There’s a role for everyone, from head to sous to prep chefs, stylists, marketers, you name it. Even those who can’t cook will find a way to get involved.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Empower your team to come up with new ideas
• Develop relevant skills with laughter
• Give your team a boost while giving back
• Demonstrate how each member of the team matters
• Get cultural and explore food and cooking skills.

TIMELINE

• After enjoying some small bites upon arrival, guests will head into combat where they will be divided into different groups. The team will be creative and innovative to think broadly and with an open mind in a group from 3 to 5 people, they will start a new dish without recipes - they can still use the internet!
  
• In this challenge, teams will need to work together to plan, cook, compete and win, making this an ideal team building event. There’s a role for everyone, from head to sous to prep chefs, stylists, marketers, you name it. Even those who can’t cook will find a way to get involved.
  
• All plates are judged by our judges (or a guest judge chosen by you), based on taste, appearance and sales pitch. 
• The event culminates with a shared meal with complimentary wine and beer.
• A few added twists from our master of ceremonies will help to create a memorable evening of laughter and rivalry - And if your group is as talented as they are courageous, you will enjoy all delightful dishes. 
• The event duration will be 3 hours. 

MENU SAMPLES 

Italian Pasta Competition: 

tagliatelle, parpadelle, agnolotti with ricotta-pumpkin puree, ricotta spinach gnocchi 

Ramen Competion- Fresh ramen noodles with a variety of seasonal toppings and seasonings. 

Australian Native Ingredients: 

kangaroo, fingerlime, lemon myrtle, davidson plum, macadamia 

BOOKING TERMS

• A minimum charge of $1,650 is applied to all group and venue bookings. If your group number falls below the minimum spend, the minimum spend is applied. 
• A deposit of 10 seats or 50%, whatever is greater, is required to confirm your booking. Payment may be made via credit or debit card, cash or invoice. Full payment is required at the event booking time, within 3 weeks of the event date. The balance is due 21 days before the event upon confirmation of the guest number and their dietary requirements. 
• If cancellation is made with more than 14-day notice, we will refund 50% of your deposit. For a cancellation is made within 14 days, no refund will take effect, and you will have to pay for the minimum spend. If your group voluntarily leave or does not show up to the event on the day, no refund will take effect.
• Final numbers and dietary requirements for your session must be confirmed no later than 14-day prior to the start time of the cookery session in order to give us enough time to pre-order the necessary ingredients and roster staff.
  
• If you would like to increase the number of participants after this time, please email us at hello@otaokitchen.com.au to discuss this, and we will do our best to accommodate you.

WE HOST TEAMS OF

SEEK.COM, CRICKET AUSTRALIA, SCOTTISH FINANCE, REALSTATE.COM, ERNST & YOUNG, TOP DECK TRAVEL, KORNN FERRY RECRUITMENT, BUNNINGS, NBN CO, FONTERRA, HENGI, HUDSON, GFM WEALTH, CARE SUPER,  COLONIAL FIRST STATE, RPS GROUP, SAN CHURRO CHOCOLATE, S CENTRE GROUP, VIC ROADS, TRANSURBAN, JAQUAR, FUTURE YOU, TALENT WITHIN, MAY BORN, GUIDE DOGS VICTORIA, CBRE, CARGILL, FEDERATION CENTRE

YARRA RANGE COUNCIL, BAPT CARE, AUSTRALIAN RED CROSS, ... and many more...