ACF Pastry Chef of the Year Award

The ACF Pastry Chef of the Year Award recognizes a pastry chef who has displayed a passion for the craft, has an accomplished reputation in the pastry field and has helped educate others by sharing skills and knowledge.

2027 Regional Qualifier

Coming Soon: Applications for the 2027 Pastry Chef of the Year Regional Qualifier Competition. Deadline for submittal is December 31, 2026. Questions may be directed to competitions@acfchefs.org.

2027 Regional Qualifier Schedule

Region Dates Location
Western February 26–27, 2027 Orange Coast College
Northeast March 12–13, 2027 Columbus State Community College
Central March 19–20, 2027 Johnson County Community College
Southeast April 2–3, 2027 Virginia Western Community College

2026 Regional Winners

  • Central Region - Amy Knoles, CEPC
  • Western Region - Meegan Roberts
  • Military - MSgt Daniel Thompson (USAF)

2025 National Winner

  • Kelsie Vansant, CEPC

Previous Winners