Chef Thomas Sorel is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with transparency, care, and respect. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data in accordance with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
Who we are
Our website address is: http://chefthomassorel.com.au
Chef Thomas Sorel is a private chef and catering business operating as a sole trader in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
For any privacy-related enquiries, you are welcome to contact us directly via the contact form on this website.
What Information We collect
When you submit an enquiry through our contact form, we collect the personal information you provide. This may include your name, email address, phone number, and details about your event. This information is used solely to respond to your enquiry and provide you with a personalised proposal.
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
Media and Images
If any images are uploaded to or shared via this website, we take care to avoid including embedded location data (EXIF GPS data). Visitors should be aware that images available for download may contain extractable metadata.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies, which are small data files stored on your device, to ensure the site functions correctly and to improve your browsing experience.
Cookies we may use include:
- Functional cookies, which remember your preferences and display choices during your visit.
- Analytics cookies, which help us understand how visitors interact with our website so we can improve its content and performance. This data is aggregated and anonymised.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. Please note that doing so may affect the functionality of certain parts of the website.
How Long We Retain Your Data
Enquiry data submitted through our contact form is retained only for as long as necessary to respond to your request and manage any resulting booking or service. We do not retain personal data beyond what is reasonably required.
Embedded content
Some pages on this website may include embedded content from third-party platforms such as Instagram, Google Maps, or video services. Embedded content behaves as if you have visited those platforms directly. They may collect data about you, use cookies, and monitor your interaction with that content. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of those platforms directly.
Your Rights
Under the Australian Privacy Act 1988, you have the right to:
- Request access to the personal information we hold about you
- Request that we correct any inaccurate or outdated information
- Request that we delete your personal information, where we are not legally required to retain it
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us via the enquiry form on this website and we will respond promptly.
Where your data is sent
Enquiries submitted via our contact form are received directly by Chef Thomas Sorel and are not shared with third parties. Our website may use an automated spam detection service to filter contact form submissions. This process does not store or use your personal data beyond spam filtering.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Any updates will be published on this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Last updated: September 2026