Chef Steph.
Austrian roots · Sydney spirit

Chef
Steph.

Chef. Entrepreneur. Mother.

Rooted in Austrian tradition. Driven by passion. Inspired by family.

Discover my story
Chef Steph in a professional commercial kitchen
More than a chef

A passion for food. A lifetime of hospitality.

Meet Stephanie — professionally trained chef, entrepreneur, and proud mother of two daughters.

With extensive experience across the hospitality industry, Steph brings together culinary skill, business instinct and a genuine love of bringing people together. Her Austrian heritage has shaped the way she cooks: honest flavours, family recipes and food that makes people feel at home.

For more than twelve years, she has been the driving force behind the Austrian Club Restaurant in Sydney, building a place where tradition and warm hospitality meet.

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The journey

Built on experience.
Led by heart.

01 / THE CHEF

Craft & heritage

Professionally trained and inspired by her Austrian roots, Steph celebrates the recipes and traditions passed down through generations.

02 / THE ENTREPRENEUR

Vision & determination

Years of hospitality experience have shaped Steph into a hands-on business owner who understands both the kitchen and the business behind it.

03 / THE HOST

People first

From family gatherings to special celebrations, Steph believes a memorable meal is about more than what is on the plate.

Elegant contemporary cuisine
From tradition to creativity

Every plate tells a story.

Respect for Austrian culinary traditions, paired with the curiosity and creativity of a chef who has spent years in hospitality.

Beyond the kitchen

Work with Chef Steph.

A wealth of hospitality experience, a creative culinary perspective and a genuine passion for bringing people together. Steph welcomes enquiries for selected consulting engagements, special appearances and collaborations.

Steph at a Sydney Harbour event
From the kitchen to exceptional occasions.
01 / EXPERTISE

Hospitality consulting

Practical insight into menu development, kitchen operations, restaurant concepts and the realities of building and running a hospitality business.

02 / EXPERIENCES

Celebrity & special events

Guest chef appearances, VIP functions, culinary demonstrations and distinctive dining experiences designed to make an occasion memorable.

03 / PARTNERSHIPS

Brand collaborations

Thoughtful food and hospitality partnerships, promotional appearances and culinary projects that align with Steph’s experience and values.

Selected engagements

Let's create something memorable.

For consulting, event appearances or partnership enquiries, please send Steph a message using the enquiry form below.

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Get in touch

Let's talk about your next project.

Planning an event, seeking hospitality advice or exploring a collaboration?

Tell Steph a little about what you have in mind. Enquiries are sent directly to [email protected].

Your details will only be used to respond to your enquiry.

The heart behind it all

Family is my greatest inspiration.

Beyond the kitchen and the demands of running a business, Steph is a devoted mother to two beautiful girls.

Family is central to her story — and to her philosophy of hospitality. The same warmth, generosity and sense of togetherness that matter at home are reflected in the food she creates and the welcome she offers every guest.

Steph enjoying time outdoors with her two daughters
The philosophy

“Great food brings people to the table. Genuine hospitality makes them feel they belong.”

The spirit behind Chef Steph's cooking