Certified Master Chef®

The American Culinary Federation’s Certified Master Chef exam is a one of a kind opportunity. Ideally for highly motivated culinary professionals, the CMC exam measures the sum total of professional experience against the industry’s highest benchmark/standard." ~Russell Scott, CMC

ACF Certification Requirement

Current CEC® or CCE® with special permission.

Mandatory Course Requirement:

30 Hour Wine Course
30 Hour Human Resource Management Course
30 Hour Advanced Sanitation Course
30 Hour Cost Control Management Course

Additional Requirements:

Letter of financial support
Letter of support from one Current CMC®

Accept the Challenge!

Carefully review the CMC Segment 1 and Segment 2 handbooks to understand the requirements and practical exam guidelines.
Get an idea of what to expect:
- View videos from the 2019 Exam
- Learn about the Path to CMC
Submit the pre-approval application with payment and documentation.
Join the CMC cohort group!

Certified Master Chef® Candidate Handbook - Segment 1

Certified Master Chef® Candidate Handbook - Segment 2

CMC Cohort Group

In partnership with the American Master Chefs Order

There is no such thing as a self-made man. You will reach your goals only with the help of others." ~George Shinn

Join this group of elite chefs and train together to earn Certified Master Chef status. Upon approval of your pre-approval application, you will gain access to:

CMC chef mentors
Preparation webinars
Pre-planning podcasts
Hands-on training opportunities (TBD)

Upcoming CMC Exam Dates:

October 18-22, 2021 at Schoolcraft College in Livonia, Michigan
Register for the Exam

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