The Riccarton Park Events Team

Camille Broughton | Conference & Events Planning coordinator

Camille is the go-to expert for planning seamless events at Riccarton Park. With a friendly and detail-focused approach, she works closely with clients to bring conferences, weddings, and special occasions to life. Camille’s knowledge of our venue and trusted suppliers ensures every event runs smoothly from start to finish.

Lauren Anderson | Hospitality Manager

As Hospitality Manager, Lauren leads our front-of-house team to deliver warm, professional service across all events. With a passion for hospitality and a keen eye for detail, she ensures every guest enjoys exceptional food and beverage experiences — from conferences and corporate functions to weddings and private celebrations. Lauren works closely with our culinary team, event supervisors and front of house staff to make each occasion seamless and memorable, and she oversees the planning team to ensure every aspect of the guest experience is cohesive and flawlessly executed.

Phil Leabourn| Operations Manager

Phil oversees the day-to-day operations at Riccarton Park, ensuring that every event runs smoothly behind the scenes. With strong leadership and a problem-solving mindset, he coordinates logistics, manages facilities, and supports the team to deliver outstanding experiences for all guests. Phil’s commitment to efficiency and excellence helps make Riccarton Park a trusted venue for conferences, weddings, and special events.

Cory Tappin | Head Chef

As Head Chef, Cory leads our culinary team in crafting delicious, high-quality menus for every event. With a passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients and creative flavours, he ensures every dish delights guests — whether it’s a corporate conference, wedding banquet, or private celebration. Cory’s commitment to excellence and innovation plays a key role in making every event at Riccarton Park memorable.

Jack Wang | Sous Chef

As one of our Sous Chefs, Jack plays a key role in delivering high-quality food for every event. Working closely with our Head Chef and kitchen team, he helps prepare and present delicious, well-executed dishes that impress guests at conferences, weddings, and private functions. Jack’s passion for flavour, consistency, and teamwork contributes to the exceptional dining experience Riccarton Park is known for.

Neil Poultney | Sous Chef

Neil is one of our talented Sous Chefs at Riccarton Park, supporting the kitchen team in delivering consistently high-quality cuisine for every event. With a strong focus on preparation, presentation, and precision, he helps ensure each dish meets our standards - whether it's for a large corporate function, an elegant wedding, or a private celebration. Neil’s dedication and experience make him an essential part of our culinary team.