Every plate tells a story
At the heart of our work is a simple belief: everyone deserves the chance to thrive.
The Welcome Table, by House of Welcome, is a work-integrated social enterprise that supports people seeking asylum and refugees to gain skills, confidence and independence, while helping break down the barriers that limit their employment opportunities.
Events & Catering
We create vibrant, multicultural catering inspired by the cuisines and cultures of our chefs through our six-month Chef Training program.
Meal Support
Our Meal Support program provides nutritious, culturally appropriate food to people experiencing food insecurity, prepared by our chef trainees.
OUR SHARED TABLE
Shared cooking, cultural food experiences and volunteering that enable people seeking asylum and refugees to contribute to Australian society.
Flavours from afar, made for you with purpose.
Choose catering that connects for your next event.
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Daytime Gatherings
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Social Bites
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Handheld Favourites
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Sandwich Bar
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Communal Mains
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Garden Bowls
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Sweet Moments
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Dietary Requirements
From kitchen to community
Our impact so far:
Client cooks have participated in our Chef Training program
21
$122K
Invested directly back into trainee wages in 2025
Of participants have found employment after training
1,244
85%
Catering orders were delivered in FY25
“I’ve gained so much confidence from being here. I’ve learned to be patient - Abbey taught me that not everything will be perfect the first time. I’ve also learned to be more professional and to support other trainees as they learn.”
FATIMAH*
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“I felt very supported and enjoyed working with other trainees and meeting new people. Afterwards I was so happy to find a job in busy, welcoming kitchen.”
ANA
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