American Culinary Federation Philadelphia Delaware Valley Chefs Association
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Founded in 1929, the American Culinary Federation is the largest and most prestigious chefs organization in America. ACF's goal is to make a positive difference for culinarians internationally through education, apprenticeship
ACF is the pioneer responsible for elevating the position of executive chef from service status to the professional category in the U.S. Department of Labor's Dictionary of Official Titles in 1976. Continuing its efforts to elevate the stature of professional culinarians, ACF also operates the only comprehensive certification program for chefs in the United States. ACF awards five levels of certification to cooks, chefs, educators, pastry cooks and pastry chefs after a comprehensive evaluation of industry experience, professional education and culinary skills.
In addition to the many professional development opportunities that membership
in the ACF provides, including networking, camaraderie, seminars, training and
events, members also receive ACF's official monthly publications, The National
Culinary Review and Center of the Plate, which keep them abreast of the ever-changing
culinary industry. ACF also shares ideas through videos, cookbooks, and technique
manuals such as The Art and Science of Culinary Preparation, the 600-page standard
reference book of the culinary industry. Every member of ACF is also enrolled
in the World Association of Cooks Societies (WACS), a global association of millions
of chefs and cooks who live and work in 54 nations on five continents. ACF serves
as the representative organization for the United States.
Online Membership Application
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What are the Benefits of ACF Membership?
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Become a member of America's largest chefs association, American Culinary Federation (ACF), and have access to current culinary trends and techniques, and the opportunity to network with the finest names in the profession. More than 19,000 culinarians have joined the ACF for information, education, inspiration and prestige. Join today !
ACF has been advancing the value and professionalism of culinarians for more than 75 years through membership opportunities and as the voice of the industry.
ACF membership provides countless professional development, career-building and networking opportunities. Membership affords you the unparalleled opportunity to meet chefs from around the world, fellow culinarians and foodservice professionals in your community. ACF events, conferences and national convention also are excellent opportunities for networking with renowned chefs, top industry professionals and executives. In addition to personal and professional development, ACF membership provides unique opportunities for you to build and sharpen your skills while simultaneously earning points for ACF certification.
Other membership benefits include: 
- Affiliation with the largest culinary organization, and the only organization that defines and exalts the image of the professional chef in the U.S.-ACF.
- Discounted fees for professional certification to help propel your career and maintain your competitive edge in today's evolving culinary industry.
- Access to ACF's online Career Center, which allows job seekers to post resumes and view open positions across the nation.
- Discounts on the latest culinary publications, ACF regional conferences, ACF national convention, ACF affinity partners and more.
- Award winning magazines that provide the hottest trends and techniques in the industry.
- The opportunity to hone your culinary skills at a local, regional or national level through competitions and apprenticeship programs.
- Scholarship opportunities for both culinary students and professional chefs seeking to further their education.
- Automatic membership in the World Association of Chefs Societies.