Every plate tells a story

At the heart of our work is a simple belief: everyone deserves A chance to thrive.

The Welcome Table, by House of Welcome, is a work-integrated social enterprise that supports people seeking asylum and refugees to build skills, confidence and community connections, while helping break down the barriers that limit their employment opportunities.

Meal Support

Our meal support program provides nutritious, culturally appropriate food to people experiencing food insecurity, prepared by our chef trainees.

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS

Shared cooking, cultural experiences and community events with people seeking asylum and refugees that foster belonging, connection and understanding.

From kitchen to community

Our impact so far:

Client cooks have participated in our Chef Training program

24 $85K

Invested directly back into trainee wages in FY26

Of participants have found employment after training

14,985

75%

Meals prepared in
FY26

“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*

*name has been changed

“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