Massimo Mele
Italian Chef | Culinary Director | Food Storyteller
Social Reach : 32.6K followers @chefmassimomele
Italian heritage, Tasmanian produce, and a chef who brings authenticity and warmth to every table.
Talent Snapshot
Cuisine
Italian | Modern Italian | Produce-Driven Cuisine
Location
Australia | Tasmania | Worldwide
Audience
Food lovers | Hospitality | Lifestyle | Premium Food Brands
CURRENTLY
Culinary Director at Peppina Restaurant, Food Director at Grain of the Silos, Executive Producer of The Chef’s Garden TV Show & Brand Ambassador of Loaves & Fishes Tasmania.
Personality Traits
Authentic
Warm
Story-led
Culturally rich
Confident on camera
Brand Fit
Food & Produce Campaigns
Restaurant & Hospitality Partnerships
Travel & Tourism Campaigns
Culinary Experiences & Events
Recipe Content & Storytelling
Brand Ambassador Roles
Career Story
Born in Tasmania and raised between the Apple Isle and Naples beneath Mount Vesuvius, Massimo Mele’s culinary journey began in the kitchens of his family. Surrounded by the traditions of Italian cooking, helping his Nonna prepare passata and learning the rhythms of hospitality — his passion for food was formed early.
Returning to Tasmania as a child, Massimo grew up working in family restaurants before committing to a professional career in his late teens. Since then, he has become one of Australia’s most respected Italian chefs, known for celebrating Tasmanian produce while staying true to his Italian heritage.
Media & Storytelling
Massimo regularly appears across television, media and digital platforms, sharing stories of food, culture and place.
His work blends Italian tradition with Tasmania’s exceptional produce, making him a powerful voice for brands wanting authenticity and culinary credibility.
Italian soul, Tasmanian produce, and a chef who cooks with heart.