Membership Categories

Membership categories are designed to follow your professional culinary career. Choose the designation that best describes you.

Professional Member

A Professional Member is an individual fully committed to the culinary profession, working as a chef or in a related role within the hospitality or allied industries.

Vendor Member

A Vendor Member is an individual representing a business providing goods or services to the culinary industry.

Associate Member

An Associate Member is an individual under 25 years old with employment in the culinary profession or a related field, or a student or apprentice enrolled in ACF-accredited program regardless of age.

Gastronomy Member

A Gastronomy Member is an individual not employed in the culinary field but possessing a deep passion for the culinary and hospitality industry.

Military

ACF offers military personnel the benefits of a membership at a reduced price. More