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, kitchen manager, baker or related role within the hospitality or allied industries.
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.
Vendor Member
A Vendor Member is an individual representing a business providing goods or services to the culinary industry.
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.
Member Benefits
- Networking and Connections
- Certification
- Competitions and Awards
- Term Life Insurance
- Newletters, magazines & Social Media
- Meetings and Conventions
- Personal Savings
Go to the ACF National Membership page for more detailed information.