COOKING FOR A CAUSE IN SYDNEY

Join us in the kitchen for a cooking session packed with purpose, where you see your impact instantly by the number of meals created! Led by OzHarvest chefs, you’ll learn zero-waste cooking tips while making delicious meals made with love for people in need across Sydney. We have lots on offer and can’t wait to welcome you to the kitchen soon! Corporate volunteering fees cover all session costs and a donation to help keep our wheels turning.

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COOKING FOR A CAUSE IN SYDNEY

Join us in the kitchen for a cooking session packed with purpose, where you see your impact instantly by the number of meals created! Led by OzHarvest chefs, you’ll learn zero-waste cooking tips while making delicious meals made with love for people in need across Sydney. We have lots on offer and can’t wait to welcome you to the kitchen soon! Corporate volunteering fees cover all session costs and a donation to help keep our wheels turning.

Cooking for a Cause

This is our most popular team-building cooking session! Led by OzHarvest chefs, you’ll transform rescued produce into gourmet meals made with love. Our incredible team of Food Rescue Drivers then deliver these meals to charities, supporting those in need. You’ll also get a taster of the food you make, and the good news is there’s no washing up!

Capacity:

  • Min 8 – Max 80 people

    We can accommodate up to 100 participants on request — get in touch with us to discuss.

Timing:  

  • Morning sessions: 9am – 11.30am
  • Afternoon sessions: 1pm – 3.30pm.  

Location: Warehouse G3-G5, 62 Maddox St Alexandria, NSW

Please note there’s no on-site parking at our warehouse. We recommend allowing extra time if you’re driving, or consider public transport, carpooling or ridesharing to make the journey easy!

Cost: $205 pp – tax deductible

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Cooking for a Cause - PLUS!

Make your Cooking for a Cause experience that extra bit special with our PLUS offering. After cooking up a storm in the kitchen, teams can enjoy a 3-course sit down meal or buffet style, standing option. This is your chance to enjoy some of the meals with your team in our OzHarvest warehouse and reflect together on the impact you’ve just made! 

For these sessions, we can accommodate various group sizes on different days: 

  • Monday, Wednesday and Friday: 8 –70 people 
  • Tuesday and Thursday: 8 – 80 people  

Timing:

  • Morning: 9am – 12.30pm  
  • Afternoon: 1pm – 4.30pm 

Location: Warehouse G3-G5, 62 Maddox St Alexandria, NSW

Please note there’s no on-site parking at our warehouse. We recommend allowing extra time if you’re driving, or consider public transport, carpooling or ridesharing to make the journey easy!

Cost: $305 pp – tax deductible


Cooking for a Cause - After Dark

This is the perfect option for teams looking for an exciting after-hours experience or a team event with purpose! Led by OzHarvest chefs, you’ll enjoy a cooking session where you’ll learn zero waste cooking tips and tricks while preparing meals made with love, for those in need. This includes a 3-course sit-down meal or stand-up cocktail-style, so you have time to enjoy the food you’ve created and reflect on your experience. Additional add-ons to create an unforgettable night include goodie bags, beverages, music, styling, and entertainment – all available upon request! 

Group size: Min 12 – Max 80 people

Timing:

  • Available Monday – Friday, flexible start between 5:00pm and 6:00pm
  • Saturdays are available upon request

Location: Warehouse G3-G5, 62 Maddox St Alexandria, NSW

Please note there’s no on-site parking at our warehouse. We recommend allowing extra time if you’re driving, or consider public transport, carpooling or ridesharing to make the journey easy!

Cost: $305 pp – tax deductible.

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Kids Cooking for a Cause

Bring your family to our kitchen in the school holidays! Led by OzHarvest chefs, adults and kids cook together turning rescued food into nourishing meals for people in need. You’ll learn about what we do, food waste and pick up practical tips to do at home. Kids must be accompanied by an adult, must be aged 8 and above and over 120cm tall.

  • Tuesday 7th July: 1pm-3:30pm
  • Tuesday 14th July: 1pm-3:30pm
  • Tuesday 29th September: 9am-11:30am
  • Thursday 8th October: 1pm-3:30pm

Cost: $205 for an adult ticket, and you can bring two kids for FREE!

Location: Warehouse G3-G5, 62 Maddox St Alexandria, NSW

Please note there’s no on-site parking at our warehouse. We recommend allowing extra time if you’re driving, or consider public transport, carpooling or ridesharing to make the journey easy!

To book your tickets please click on the ‘Book Now’ button below.

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Cooking for a Cause: Open Kitchen Session

Our Open Kitchen sessions return in September 2026. After a sold-out pilot, we’re bringing back the chance for individuals and small teams to cook with purpose — no corporate booking or minimum numbers required.

Location: Warehouse G4, 62 Maddox St, Alexandria NSW

Cost: $205 per person

Group size: You’ll cook in small teams of around 10, with up to 30 participants per session

Dates: Released September 2026 — register your interest below to hear first.

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To book any of our Cooking for a Cause sessions, please click on your preferred date in the calendar below and complete the form. Our team will review your request and get back to you as soon as possible with next steps. If your preferred time is not available, please contact us directly at [email protected] 


 

Contact Us

Dee Davidson
Engagement Lead NSW

 

Georgia Gray
Engagement Coordinator NSW/ACT

 

[email protected]

 

About OzHarvest Sydney

OzHarvest started in Sydney with one van in 2004 and is home to our headquarters and largest food rescue hub. Our fleet of 19 yellow vans delivers over one million meals every month, to 411 charities feeding people in need throughout Greater Sydney, Central Coast and Wollongong.

 

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