MEET DEAF CHEF ROSS
More Than a Chef.
A passion for food. A lifetime of teaching. A different way of learning.
G’day! I’m Ross — a Deaf qualified chef, educator and Food & Cooking Coach.
I help people understand food, develop cooking skills and build confidence and independence in the kitchen.
My sessions use Auslan, visual resources and practical learning. Everyone learns differently, and that’s what makes coaching interesting!
WHERE IT ALL BEGAN
My food journey began at 11.
My mother worked some evenings. When I came home from school, I followed her written instructions to prepare dinner before she arrived home.
I grew up in Red Hill South on the Mornington Peninsula, surrounded by beautiful fresh produce. My mother and neighbours enjoyed home cooking, while my father grew an enormous vegetable garden.
Those early experiences helped develop my love of cooking, fresh ingredients and trying different dishes.
Cooking taught me more than how to prepare meals. It gave me confidence, creativity and independence — things I now enjoy sharing with others.
MY PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY
From educator to chef.
My career began in community development and education, with a strong focus on Auslan, accessibility and supporting the Deaf community.
In 1996, I established Bridging the Gap Training. I later worked across education, training, the arts and accessibility.
Today, Deaf Chef Ross brings these experiences together through personalised food and cooking education.
Everyday home cooking
Practical cooking skills for preparing simple, nutritious meals at home.
Education & training
Years of teaching and developing accessible learning.
Auslan & inclusion
Communication and learning designed around each person.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Qualified. Experienced. Passionate.
01
Commercial Cookery
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.
02
Human Nutrition
Certificate in Human Nutrition.
03
Education & Training
Bachelor of Education (LOTE) and qualifications in Training and Assessment.
04
Disability & Accessibility
Certificate IV in Disability Work and extensive experience in accessible learning.
BEYOND THE KITCHEN
Experience worth sharing.
My professional journey has included community development, Auslan education, accessibility projects and media features.
My work and experiences have appeared in publications including SBS Food and The Sydney Morning Herald.
What matters most to me is helping people learn something useful and feel proud of what they can achieve.
LET’S COOK TOGETHER
Ready to build your cooking confidence?
Whether you’re learning for yourself or supporting someone else, let’s explore what you’d like to achieve.