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Our story

Naked & Ready Kitchen was founded in 2010 by Jo and Spencer both trained chefs with a passion for food and creativity. Inspired to create a business that offered high-quality, locally sourced products, they reimagined traditional food items with a fresh, innovative twist.

We're excited to bring our fresh, locally sourced food to special occasions. We can either host your event at our unique rural venue or at a venue of your choice. 

Meet the team

At Naked & Ready Kitchen, we are a small but dedicated team committed to delivering the best food experience for our customers. Jo, the founder and head chef, leads the business with her extensive culinary expertise and creativity.

Our team’s passion for great food, attention to detail, and commitment to customer satisfaction make us the perfect choice for your next event. Whether it’s a small gathering or a large celebration, we are ready to bring your vision to life with the best ingredients and exceptional service.

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Certifications

At Naked & Ready Kitchen, food safety and quality are our top priorities. Our commercial kitchen at Frant Lakes has earned a prestigious Hygiene Rating of 5, which reflects our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and safety. Jo and the team are also certified with a Level 2 Hygiene Certificate, ensuring all of our operations comply with the latest food safety regulations.

These certifications guarantee that every dish we create is made with the utmost care and attention to detail, giving our clients confidence in the quality of food we serve.

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Affiliations

We work closely with Moondown Events from our unique rural setting at Frant Lakes, which serves as the ideal location for our catering services, offering a beautiful setting along with our commercial kitchen’s top-notch facilities. Our coffee wagon is another popular addition to events, bringing delicious beverages and snacks to festivals, triathlons, and private parties.

Naked & Ready Kitchen is proud to collaborate with an exceptional network of suppliers, photographers, and event coordinators to provide a comprehensive and seamless event experience. Our trusted partners help us deliver everything from stunning event photography to top-quality venue coordination, ensuring that every aspect of your event is perfectly executed.

Through these valuable partnerships, Naked & Ready Kitchen can offer clients a full-service catering solution, designed to make any event memorable.

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“As an event coordinator, working with Naked & Ready Kitchen has been an absolute pleasure. Jo and the team went above and beyond to understand our vision offering a range of delicious menu options that perfectly suited our events theme and budget. The food was not only beautifully presented but also received rave reviews. Their team was professional, attentive and seamlessly integrated with our event.”

— Customer

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