Jo Barrett

Industry critics and peers have recognised Jo Barratt with a long list of achievements in the hospitality industry. The ‘game changing’ chef and ‘culinary superstar' not only has the skills and experience to credit this reputation, but also recognition as a World’s 50 Next Pioneer. When she’s not harvesting and creating fabulous dishes, she’s sharing her know-how in a Have a Go series or representing Australia at the World Championship of Pastry. Jo also released her book, Sustain in late 2023. Her finest endeavours are now best enjoyed at Little Picket, a humble Lawn Bowls Club restaurant on the Great Ocean Road, Victoria. Jo was acknowledged again for her expertise, being named Good Food Guide 2024 Chef of the Year. So, if you ask what drives this overachiever, she laughs and modestly replies, "I just love gardening and hanging out with local producers."