A diverse team.
An inclusive culture.
INCLUSION MEANS INNOVATIVE.
MEET OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM.
Business expertise. Entrepreneurial flair. Culinary talent. Deep knowledge of Country.
Our growing team brings together all the ingredients for a successful native food business.
But crucially, we’re all foodies at heart.
GERARD MaterA
Managing DIRECTOR
A proud Nyoongar traditional landowner and passionate advocate for Aboriginal affairs, Gerry is the entrepreneur behind a growing portfolio of Aboriginal-owned and operated businesses. He brings a passion for food and a wealth of business development and management experience to our team.
Devyn Willoughby
Operations Manager
Leading the operational team and multiple varying projects is where Devyn is most at home. Devyn has worked across our business starting off as Deli Manager and today as Gather Foods Operations Manager. With a team of 20+ employees under his responsibility, it’s Devyns key focus to ensure staff are supported and have the tools to thrive in their roles. Having been in their shoes it’s one of Devyns greatest strengths to relate to our staff and mentor them to thrive.
Kim Nilsen
Catering & Events Manager
A self-professed foodie, Kim has applied her creativity and business management expertise across a range of roles, not least catering & events. This potent combination of creative, analytical and logistical skills makes Kim an invaluable member of our team, spearheading our catering and events division.
Scott Nichol
Events administrator
Home grown, with over 10 years of experience in the events and hospitality industry. Scott brings a wealth of knowledge in all aspects of events from start to finish, where he brings creativity and unique ideas. Scott works with a practical “hands on approach” whilst maintaining professionalism and genuine care with customers. We look forward to seeing what Scott comes up with as he curates our events calendar
Julien Tabary
Head Chef
Julien has over 10 years of demonstrated experience as a Chef and Cook in France, China, Australia, Canada and the United Kingdom. Highly developed skills, knowledge and techniques from the Paul Bocuse Institute in Lyon, France and trained with MOF cheesemonger Herve Mons.
Alice Hunt
Sous Chef
Alice is a creative, hardworking, and passionate chef with more than 10 years of experience in hospitality, working in the UK and Australia in hatted restaurants, from fine dining to small cafes. No matter the setting, the job is always the same, deliver great food.
Alice is passionate about community engagement, the native food movement and working alongside a truly diverse and inclusive team.
Aunty Dale Tilbrook
Native Food Specialist
A Wardandi Bibbulmun woman, Dale has a deep knowledge of Aboriginal culture, life and bush tucker – knowledge that she’s passionate about sharing with the world. From the nutritional value and healing properties of native foods to showcasing Indigenous culture, she’s an inspiration.
Brooke Arnott
Business Advisor - Finance
Brooke Leads a team of Management Accountants, Bookkeepers and Marketing experts to work with small to medium size business owners as their trusted advisor. As a highly experienced Small Business Advisor, BAS Agent, Multi Award Winning MYOB Certified Consultant, Xero Certified Advisor and Media Presenter, Brooke has over 20 years of experience across a wide range of different industries and businesses.
As a mother of two children, Brooke is passionate about community engagement and working alongside a truly diverse and inclusive business
CONTACT US.
Would you like to join our growing team? Want to find out more about our native-food-inspired produce and food experiences? Keen to become a Gather Foods partner or stockist?
