Our chapter is PA041- ACF Philadelphia located on the National Website. Use the link listed below to guide you to the membership application. Select the member type that best describes your current affilitation.
Online Member Application
Printable Apllication: Please send the application to our chapter office address:
ACF Philadelphia Chapter, Inc.
P.O. Box 504
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
We are a non-profit ACF Chapter of professional chefs and cooks organization, comprising 5 of counties that surround the Philadelphia area. We are an organization based on promoting the professional image of American chefs worldwide through education of culinarians at all levels. Join us in our effort to promote the importance of continued professional growth while creating a local connection network in the hospitality industry.
The Latest in Industry Trends
We keep our chefs abreast of culinary trends through:
- Seminars and workshops at local, regional and national events
- Our flagship magazine, The National Culinary Review
- Our quarterly for students of cooking, Sizzle
- Our bi-weekly eNewsletter, The Culinary Insider
Career Recognition
In a competitive industry such as ours, it’s important to set yourself apart from the competition. Our certification program, competitions and awards will prove your skills as a professional culinarian and enhance your career opportunities. www.acfchefs.org
Accreditation for Culinary Education
When it comes to educational culinary programs, ACFEF is the national accrediting commission for culinary and pastry education programs at postsecondary institutions and secondary programs.
An Honor Society
The American Academy of Chefs (AAC) promotes high standards and professionalism for the culinary arts. AAC ensure the future of the culinary industry through mentoring and scholarship programs. Current members Thomas Macrina CEC, AAC is the President of the American Academy of Chefs and Paul O’Toole CEC, AAC is the Chair for our local Philadelphia chapter.
Representation in International Competitions
ACF Culinary Team USA represents the United States in multiple national and international competitions. ACF Culinary Team USA exemplifies professionalism and creativity and has a long history of gold medals and world titles. Individual categories are available.
Access to a Million-Member Intercontinental Society
World Association of Chefs Society (WACS) is a global network comprised of 75 official chefs associations. Every ACF member is simultaneously enrolled in WACS.
A Fight Against Childhood Hunger and Obesity
As a leading voice in the fight against childhood hunger and obesity, the Chef & Child Foundation provides education and assistance to promote the understanding of proper nutrition.
Product Quality Assurance
Unlike other culinary product assurance programs, ACF’s Seal of Approval program tests for more than just taste. ACF’s Seal represents quality in an entire product, including application and ease of use, physical properties and performance.
A National Apprenticeship Program
To become a skilled culinary professional, hands-on experience is a must. American Culinary Federation (ACF) operates two and three year apprenticeship programs that combine on-the-job training with technical classroom instruction. Philadelphia Member Apprenticeship Chair: Chef Tom Macrina CEC, AAC [Insert link to Board Member Contact Info]
BENEFITS
- Feed your passion for food through membership in the largest culinary organization, and the only organization promoting the professional image of American chefs worldwide through education of culinarians at all levels.
- Big Savings!
- Up to $150 savings on Certification & Practical Test Fees
- Up to $275 savings on registration fees at the ACF regional and national conferences
- 15% savings at ACF’s online store
- 10–50% savings on products and services from our Members Advantage Program participants
- Up to $500 savings on Conferences and Trade Shows from culinary industry partners
- Network with renowned chefs, top industry professionals and executives.
- Get involved! The opportunity to become involved in your community through participation in our ACF Philadelphia Chapter.
- Propel your career through certification. Maintain your competitive edge in today’s evolving culinary industry.
- Access ACF’s Career Center. Our web-based service allows job seekers to post résumés and view open positions across the nation.
- Access the latest trends and techniques in the industry with our digital version of The National Culinary Review, our ACF award-winning magazine. (10 issues per year)
- Reach culinary students and educators through our digital magazine, Sizzle: The American Culinary Federation quarterly for students of cooking.
- Receive up-to-date ACF news in The Culinary Insider, the official biweekly e-newsletter.
- E-Shop. ACF’s online store with culinary books, textbooks, cookbooks, ACF logo merchandise and more!
- Competitions. Raise the standard of your culinary excellence through participation in our local, regional or national ACF-sanctioned competitions. Put your skills and knowledge to the test in a competitive format.
- Gain valuable experience through ACFEF’s apprenticeship program. Combine on-the-job training with technical classroom instruction.
- Scholarship opportunities for both culinary students and professional chefs seeking to further their education.
- Be a part of the honor society of ACF. The American Academy of Chefs (AAC) represents the highest standards of professionalism in the organization, society and industry.
- Accelerate your career. Experience a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! Be part of the Team. ACF Culinary Team USA is the official representative team of the United States in major national and international culinary competitions.
- Help build a healthier tomorrow with Chef & Child Foundation. Be a voice in the culinary industry in its fight against childhood hunger, malnutrition and obesity. American Culinary Federation chef members help educate children and families in understanding proper nutrition through community-based initiatives.
- Term Life Insurance. Offered to members in “good standing.” This benefit is currently being offered to Professional Culinarian, Culinarian, Student Culinarian, Senior Professional Culinarian, Allied and Associate members who are not part of Property or Military Programs.
- Gain access to a global network…World Association of Chefs Societies (WACS) comprised of 8 million chefs worldwide in 92 countries.
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