Aged Care Catering Summit 2026
Meals That Matter: Transforming Foodservice in Aged Care
Tuesday 26 May 2026
ICC Sydney
Join Australia’s only dedicated foodservice forum for aged care professionals and discover how better food, smarter kitchens, and stronger teams are transforming residential care and creating positive, dignified mealtime experiences.
The Aged Care Catering Summit 2026 is a full-day, theatre-style conference delivering practical insights and real-world strategies for everyone involved in aged care dining – from foodservice managers and chefs to dietitians and executive leaders.
With rising compliance pressures, a growing home care sector, shifting resident expectations, and ongoing workforce challenges, this is your chance to explore both the challenges and solutions, learn what’s working, and walk away with actionable ideas you can put into practice immediately – whether in facilities or for older Australians receiving care at home.
Date: Tuesday 26 May 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Location: ICC Sydney
Tickets: $399 (incl. GST).
Includes access to all education sessions, refreshments and lunch, as well as entry to 4 major trade shows taking place across the 3 days of Food & Hospitality Week, 25 – 27 May:
- Restaurant & Foodservice Show
- Pizza Pasta & Italian Food Show
- Café & Coffee Show
- RESTECH: The Event for Hospitality Technology
Meet Some of Our 2026 Summit Speakers
What's on the Agenda?
- Policy & Reform Update: Six-month progress, early outcomes, and implications for aged care foodservice, including a keynote on catering in a new standards era.
- Elevating Mealtimes: Practical opportunities to enhance dining experiences while meeting regulatory requirements.
- Expert Insights: Keynotes, power panels, and expert conversations on navigating the changing policy landscape.
- Safe & Efficient Food Management: Managing dietary requirements, allergens, and texture-modified foods with confidence.
- Innovation & Technology: New tools, approaches, and menu strategies that improve resident satisfaction and operational outcomes.
- Workforce Focus: Panel discussions on staffing pressures, retention, and workforce development pathways.
- Connection & Collaboration: Built-in networking breaks to connect with speakers, suppliers, and peers.
Who should attend?
- Aged care chefs and kitchen managers
- Dietitians, nutritionists, and consultants
- Facility and operations managers
- Executive teams responsible for care quality and compliance
The Aged Care Catering Summit 2026 is sponsored by
FAQs
Who Should Attend?
- Aged care chefs and kitchen managers
- Dietitians, nutritionists, and consultants
- Facility and operations managers
- Executive teams responsible for care quality and compliance
When & Where?
Date: Tuesday 26 May 2026 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Location: ICC Sydney
Ticket Cost
Tickets: $399 (incl. GST).
Includes access to all education sessions, refreshments and lunch, as well as entry to 4 major trade shows taking place across the 3 days of Food & Hospitality Week, 25 – 27 May:
- Restaurant & Foodservice Show
- Pizza Pasta & Italian Food Show
- Café & Coffee Show
- RESTECH: The Event for Hospitality Technology
Where Can I Get My Ticket?
Tickets are available here.
Please note places are limited and past summits have sold out.
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