TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT

Strategic planned industry first initiatives

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

  • We recognise that the foodservice industry thrives on its dynamism, fast-paced nature, and at times, its demanding challenges. However, the deeply rewarding personal and professional fulfillment it offers is undeniable.

    At FSAA, our dedication and commitment to our members is unwavering. We strive to empower industry businesses and professionals with initiatives that not only aid them in their day-to-day operations but also pave the way for future opportunities.

    Our Tailored Programs and Industry-First Initiatives

  • Every program we deliver is strategically planned specifically with foodservice professionals in mind. With a dedicated focus on best-practice programs and personalised management opportunities, including mentoring and upskilling. Our programs are aimed at all levels of the supply chain, from entry level through to the leadership team.

  • Invest in your future with our annual business scholarship (valued at $20,000). Many of our programs are ‘industry firsts’ providing a competitive advantage for participants.

  • Beyond conventional face to face workshops, we offer online courses that are invaluable for all levels of the industry. 

  • If sustainability in foodservice matters to you and your business, our Pail Program is a must-follow. Guided by FSAA board member Eugene Visione and CEO Minnie Constan, we’re focusing on reducing plastics and promoting responsible recycling. After the Today & Tomorrow Conference, APCO was so taken with our Think Tank’s initiatives that they’ve pledged their support. It’s a thrilling endorsement that adds even more weight to our work.

  • The FoodService Association Australia (FSAA) in their efforts to help member companies attract and retain talent have, in collaboration with National Media owners of Foodservice Australia, the Commercial Kitchen Show, launched an exciting new initiative—the 2025 Marketing Scholarship. This $10,000 scholarship is exclusively open to FSAA members and aims to support marketers in the foodservice industry, equipping them with vital skills in e-commerce and digital marketing to help shape the future of the sector.

    Whether you’re focused on developing marketing strategies, building brand awareness, or driving business growth through digital and e-commerce channels, this scholarship is your chance to further your education and career. The winner will receive an all-expenses-paid learning opportunity, either at their own pace online or through a business school.

“The mentoring program through FSAA has been very beneficial for me working with someone of the calibre of Donna Cox.

As a direct result of the mentoring program, I have managed to take the next step in my career, from being an area manager at Primo Foods to now being a business development manager at KB Seafoods. The insights, guidance and direction from Donna from a business and personal perspective have been pivotal in helping me achieve my goals.

Thank you, Donna Cox and FSAA”.

— Rak Gill, Business Development Manager Blue Wave

MENTOR PROGRAM

The FSAA Mentoring Program is a members-only service designed to give you that extra edge. When you join, you’ll be paired with industry professionals offering professional guidance on on your chosen area of career growth.

  • Whether you’re just starting out or already leading a team, this program is for all employees within a member company. It’s a chance to learn from those who you respect and admire.

    At FSAA, our dedication and commitment to our members is unwavering. We strive to empower industry businesses and professionals with initiatives that not only aid them in their day-to-day operations but also pave the way for future opportunities.

    Our Tailored Programs and Industry-First Initiatives

  • It’s not just about guidance; it’s about transformation. From gaining fresh insights to developing new skills, you’ll broaden your professional outlook. Plus, you’ll make valuable contacts within the industry.

  • The FSAA Mentoring Program is more than just a learning experience; it’s your launchpad for personal and professional growth. Take the next step in your career journey. Sign up today to uncover what you’re truly capable of.

    • Attract and retain talent in the sales, marketing and general business disciplines within the Foodservice channel

    • Use the skills, knowledge and experience of senior industry leaders to assist in career development of their mentees

    • Provide a direction for mentees to resolve their own issues, not have the mentor do their work for them

    • Encourage mentees to “stretch” and challenge themselves in a business sense

    • Establish specific areas that will be relevant to the participants within sales and marketing

    • Establish a measurement system that reflects the success or otherwise of individual programs

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT SCHOLARSHIP

  • The FoodService Association Australia (FSAA) proudly offers an exclusive scholarship that has the potential to redefine your career trajectory in the foodservice industry.

  • Available solely to employees of FSAA member companies, this scholarship provides the recipient entry into a six-day residential management course at Melbourne Business School—one of Australia’s premier institutions.

  • Awarded annually, our scholarship builds on your skills to develop and prepare you for future opportunities.

  • The integrity of our selection process is paramount. The scholarship is awarded based on merit, providing each candidate with an equitable opportunity to succeed.

  • Apply today to take a positive and career altering step toward your professional growth.

“I cannot recommend applying to the Business Management Scholarship enough. It is very easy to apply, you just need to answer questions about you, your experience and why you want to be part of the programs. The course itself it’s very rewarding and eye opening as you engaged with people from other industries, and it gives you a wider understanding of what management is. The topics covered by the University are very modern and in touch with the current times. Just by preparing for the final presentation it helped develop my time management skills and research further. Since I entered the program and attended the management course I had two promotions within my company and I have taken on more responsibility. Give it a go… it’s a great experience!”

— Fiorella Boretti, National Key Account Manager & Corporate Chef