• Over 30 years of hands-on experience in the hospitality industry, including restaurant operations, training, and consultancy

• Specialises in capacity building and training delivery for diverse communities, including international students and individuals with disabilities

• Extensive background in owning and operating hospitality venues, with deep knowledge of front and back-of-house operations

• Delivers accredited and non-accredited hospitality and tourism training across TAFE and community learning environments

• Currently a sessional trainer at PAX Institute of Education; previously worked with Chisholm Institute, Holmesglen TAFE, and Bass Coast Adult Learning Centre

• Expert in competency-based training, curriculum development, and learner-focused facilitation

• Developed comprehensive training resources, including workbooks and assessment tools aligned to national training standards

• Designed and implemented corporate training programs, including a nationally adopted customer service course for Tatts Group Ltd

• Achieved substantial cost savings for clients through internal training development and delivery

• Managed hospitality fit-out projects, including the full design and operational setup of service areas at the Alex Theatre

• Holds an Advanced Diploma of Hospitality, Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, Certificate IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery), and RSA Trainer accreditation

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to engage learners and teams

• Passionate about food, healthy living, and inspiring others to live and eat well

• Awarded the title of WAMC Master Chef in December 2023

Master Chef Frank Fazio is a seasoned hospitality and community services professional with over 30 years of hands-on experience spanning restaurant operations, training, and educational consultancy. Renowned for his engaging and practical approach to training, Frank has dedicated his career to capacity building across diverse communities, including international students and individuals with disabilities.

Frank’s extensive career includes owning and operating successful hospitality venues, delivering accredited and non-accredited training across TAFE and community learning sectors, and consulting for a range of hospitality businesses. He is currently engaged as a sessional trainer at PAX Institute of Education and has previously delivered training at institutions such as Chisholm Institute, Holmesglen TAFE, and the Bass Coast Adult Learning Centre.

An expert in competency-based training and assessment, Frank specialises in curriculum development, program facilitation, and learner-focused course delivery. He has developed comprehensive workbooks and assessment tools, as well as customised professional development programs for corporate clients such as Tatts Group Ltd. His innovative work at Tatts included the creation of a nationally adopted customer service training program, resulting in significant operational cost savings.

In addition to his training credentials, Frank has played a pivotal role in hospitality project management—most notably overseeing the design and operational setup of bar services at the Alex Theatre. His practical expertise is backed by an Advanced Diploma of Hospitality, a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, and numerous other qualifications including First Aid and RSA training.

Passionate about food, wellbeing, and lifelong learning, Frank is driven by a commitment to inspire others to live well and eat well—values he integrates into every aspect of his professional life.

Frank Fazio was awarded the title of Master Chef in December 2023

Master Chef Frank Fazio is a seasoned hospitality and community services professional with over 30 years of hands-on experience spanning restaurant operations, training, and educational consultancy. Renowned for his engaging and practical approach to training, Frank has dedicated his career to capacity building across diverse communities, including international students and individuals with disabilities.

Frank’s extensive career includes owning and operating successful hospitality venues, delivering accredited and non-accredited training across TAFE and community learning sectors, and consulting for a range of hospitality businesses. He is currently engaged as a sessional trainer at PAX Institute of Education and has previously delivered training at institutions such as Chisholm Institute, Holmesglen TAFE, and the Bass Coast Adult Learning Centre.

An expert in competency-based training and assessment, Frank specialises in curriculum development, program facilitation, and learner-focused course delivery. He has developed comprehensive workbooks and assessment tools, as well as customised professional development programs for corporate clients such as Tatts Group Ltd. His innovative work at Tatts included the creation of a nationally adopted customer service training program, resulting in significant operational cost savings.

In addition to his training credentials, Frank has played a pivotal role in hospitality project management—most notably overseeing the design and operational setup of bar services at the Alex Theatre. His practical expertise is backed by an Advanced Diploma of Hospitality, a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, and numerous other qualifications including First Aid and RSA training.

Passionate about food, wellbeing, and lifelong learning, Frank is driven by a commitment to inspire others to live well and eat well—values he integrates into every aspect of his professional life.

Frank Fazio was awarded the title of Master Chef in December 2023

Master Chef Frank Fazio is a seasoned hospitality and community services professional with over 30 years of hands-on experience spanning restaurant operations, training, and educational consultancy. Renowned for his engaging and practical approach to training, Frank has dedicated his career to capacity building across diverse communities, including international students and individuals with disabilities.

Frank’s extensive career includes owning and operating successful hospitality venues, delivering accredited and non-accredited training across TAFE and community learning sectors, and consulting for a range of hospitality businesses. He is currently engaged as a sessional trainer at PAX Institute of Education and has previously delivered training at institutions such as Chisholm Institute, Holmesglen TAFE, and the Bass Coast Adult Learning Centre.

An expert in competency-based training and assessment, Frank specialises in curriculum development, program facilitation, and learner-focused course delivery. He has developed comprehensive workbooks and assessment tools, as well as customised professional development programs for corporate clients such as Tatts Group Ltd. His innovative work at Tatts included the creation of a nationally adopted customer service training program, resulting in significant operational cost savings.

In addition to his training credentials, Frank has played a pivotal role in hospitality project management—most notably overseeing the design and operational setup of bar services at the Alex Theatre. His practical expertise is backed by an Advanced Diploma of Hospitality, a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, and numerous other qualifications including First Aid and RSA training.

Passionate about food, wellbeing, and lifelong learning, Frank is driven by a commitment to inspire others to live well and eat well—values he integrates into every aspect of his professional life.

Frank Fazio was awarded the title of Master Chef in December 2023

Master Chef Frank Fazio is a seasoned hospitality and community services professional with over 30 years of hands-on experience spanning restaurant operations, training, and educational consultancy. Renowned for his engaging and practical approach to training, Frank has dedicated his career to capacity building across diverse communities, including international students and individuals with disabilities.

Frank’s extensive career includes owning and operating successful hospitality venues, delivering accredited and non-accredited training across TAFE and community learning sectors, and consulting for a range of hospitality businesses. He is currently engaged as a sessional trainer at PAX Institute of Education and has previously delivered training at institutions such as Chisholm Institute, Holmesglen TAFE, and the Bass Coast Adult Learning Centre.

An expert in competency-based training and assessment, Frank specialises in curriculum development, program facilitation, and learner-focused course delivery. He has developed comprehensive workbooks and assessment tools, as well as customised professional development programs for corporate clients such as Tatts Group Ltd. His innovative work at Tatts included the creation of a nationally adopted customer service training program, resulting in significant operational cost savings.

In addition to his training credentials, Frank has played a pivotal role in hospitality project management—most notably overseeing the design and operational setup of bar services at the Alex Theatre. His practical expertise is backed by an Advanced Diploma of Hospitality, a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, and numerous other qualifications including First Aid and RSA training.

Passionate about food, wellbeing, and lifelong learning, Frank is driven by a commitment to inspire others to live well and eat well—values he integrates into every aspect of his professional life.

Frank Fazio was awarded the title of Master Chef in December 2023

Master Chef Frank Fazio is a seasoned hospitality and community services professional with over 30 years of hands-on experience spanning restaurant operations, training, and educational consultancy. Renowned for his engaging and practical approach to training, Frank has dedicated his career to capacity building across diverse communities, including international students and individuals with disabilities.

Frank’s extensive career includes owning and operating successful hospitality venues, delivering accredited and non-accredited training across TAFE and community learning sectors, and consulting for a range of hospitality businesses. He is currently engaged as a sessional trainer at PAX Institute of Education and has previously delivered training at institutions such as Chisholm Institute, Holmesglen TAFE, and the Bass Coast Adult Learning Centre.

An expert in competency-based training and assessment, Frank specialises in curriculum development, program facilitation, and learner-focused course delivery. He has developed comprehensive workbooks and assessment tools, as well as customised professional development programs for corporate clients such as Tatts Group Ltd. His innovative work at Tatts included the creation of a nationally adopted customer service training program, resulting in significant operational cost savings.

In addition to his training credentials, Frank has played a pivotal role in hospitality project management—most notably overseeing the design and operational setup of bar services at the Alex Theatre. His practical expertise is backed by an Advanced Diploma of Hospitality, a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, and numerous other qualifications including First Aid and RSA training.

Passionate about food, wellbeing, and lifelong learning, Frank is driven by a commitment to inspire others to live well and eat well—values he integrates into every aspect of his professional life.

Frank Fazio was awarded the title of Master Chef in December 2023