ACF Hermann G. Rusch Chef’s Achievement Award
This award, formerly the Hermann G. Rusch Humanitarian Award, honors chefs who have demonstrated the highest level of commitment to both ACF and the culinary profession. Such chefs, through their involvement with and contributions to ACF and our craft, have advanced the culinary profession and ensured the enrichment of students, our members and those in the profession. Candidates are worthy of carrying on the proud tradition of the chef for whom this award was named, Hermann G. Rusch, AAC (1907–1997).
2027 Award
ACF is now accepting applications for the ACF Hermann G. Rusch Chef’s Achievement Award. Deadline to submit an application is January 31, 2027. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. The 2027 ACF National Convention will be held July 12–15, 2027, in Orlando, Florida. You must be present to receive your award.
2026 National Winner
- George A. O’Palenick, CEC, CCE, AAC, HOF