American Culinary Federation

The American Culinary Federation, Inc. (ACF), founded in 1929, is a leading culinary organization based in Saint Augustine, Florida. With over 14,000 members across more than 150 chapters throughout the United States, ACF is a prominent force in the culinary world. ACF provides a wide range of resources and services for chefs, including educational programs, training, apprenticeship opportunities, and programmatic accreditation. They also administer the most comprehensive chef certification program in the United States, offering designations such as Certified Executive Chef®, Certified Sous Chef®, Certified Executive Pastry Chef®, and Certified Culinary Educator®, all accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies. Beyond individual chef development, ACF operates the ACF Culinary Team USA, representing the United States in major international culinary competitions. This team exemplifies the high standards and excellence that ACF promotes within the culinary industry. For more information about the American Culinary Federation and its programs, visit www.acfchefs.org. ACF can also be found on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.