American Culinary Federation

American Culinary Federation National Officers Election Results for the 2013-2015 Term

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 16:13:32 GMT

Mark Kent, CEC, AAC, chair of the American Culinary Federation Inc.’s (ACF) Nominations & Elections Committee, announced today at approximately 10 a.m. EDT the results of the ACF national officers election for the 2013–2015 term. According to the results tallied by Survey & Ballot Systems, Eden Prairie, Minn., the following candidates secured the majority vote and will serve as the national officers on the ACF board of directors for a two-year term that begins at the board’s installation during the President’s Grand Ball at the 2013 ACF National Convention, Las Vegas, July 25.

President's e-News - Chefs Outreach to the Community

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 16:11:00 GMT

Start your 2013 ACF National Convention experience by volunteering for our fourth annual Chefs Outreach to the Community event conducted in partnership with the Chef & Child Foundation, July 21, at the Andre Agassi Clubhouse of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Las Vegas. ACF members will once again lend their skills and expertise to teach low-income children and their families that healthy cooking and nutritious eating can be easy—and fun.

American Culinary Federation 2013-2015 National Officers Announced

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 19:49:14 GMT

Thomas “Tom” Macrina, CEC, CCA, HGT, AAC, elected president.

Gabriela Grande, Student at Monroe College in New Rochelle, N.Y., Wins American Culinary Federation's Lead Like "Mike" Contest

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 15:23:01 GMT

Gabriela Grande of Brooklyn, N.Y., student at the New Rochelle Campus of Monroe College in New York, was named winner of the American Culinary Federation’s (ACF) Lead Like “Mike” contest. Grande will be mentored by ACF National President Michael Ty, CEC, AAC, at the 2013 ACF National Convention, July 21–25, at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Las Vegas.

President's e-News - Registration Discounts End June 7

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 15:16:31 GMT

June 7 is the last day to register for ACF National Convention and save.

A Sincere CCF Thank You

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 14:34:47 GMT

The American Culinary Federation Education Foundation Chef & Child Foundation (CCF) sincerely thanks those individuals and organizations that have so generously donated. A special thanks to The ACF Jersey Shore Chefs Association, winner of the ACF Northeast Region $10K Challenge, for donating a portion of its winnings. With your support, CCF can continue to provide programs and tools to support ACF chefs and chapters in educating children and families about proper nutrition through community initiatives. Show your support and donate.

NRAMF Announces Winners of Military Foodservice Awards

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 14:33:37 GMT

The National Restaurant Association Military Foundation (NRAMF) announced May 18 the recipients of the Military Foodservice Awards for excellence in military foodservice at operations worldwide. Awards were given to service members and military establishments of the U.S. Marine Corps, the U.S. Air Force, the Air National Guard and the Air Force Reserves. Read More

Lead Like "Mike" Winner Named

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 14:33:07 GMT

Gabriela Grande of Brooklyn, N.Y., a student at the New Rochelle campus of Monroe College, New York, and a member of ACF Long Island Chapter, was named winner of the 2013 Lead Like “Mike” contest. She will attend the 2013 ACF National Convention in Las Vegas, July 21–25, where she will be mentored by ACF National President Michael Ty, CEC, AAC. Read More

Projecting the Restaurant Industry's Economic Might

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 14:32:25 GMT

The National Restaurant Association’s (NRA) 2013 Restaurant Industry Forecast is an annual barometer of the industry’s economic strength. It provides national, regional and state sales and employment data, as well as information about operator and consumer trends. It covers sales growth in nearly 40 segments, including full-service, limited service, social catering and on-site foodservice in hospitals, schools and businesses. It is a must-have. Read More

ACF Certification is Good for Business

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 14:30:19 GMT

ACF is introducing the Certification Concierge Service to support your team on its ACF-certification journey. The no-fee service is for organizations certifying eight or more chefs and the cost of $325 per person is based on Certified Executive Chef® certification and testing fees. Smaller groups can be accommodated on request.

ACF's National Officer Elections

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 14:29:25 GMT

ACF members are invited to attend a meeting June 11 at 10 a.m. EDT at ACF headquarters, 180 Center Place Way, St. Augustine, Fla., at which time the ballots will be cast and results announced. The results will also be posted on the ACF website upon notification of the winners.

Chefs Compete for Spot on Renowned ACF Culinary Team USA

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 14:29:07 GMT

Twenty-five chefs have been selected to try out for the first phase of a two-stage process for ACF Culinary Team USA with the ultimate goal of securing one of six positions. ACF Culinary Team USA, sponsored by Johnson & Wales University and Unilever Food Solutions, is the official representative team of the United States in major international culinary competitions. The first phase, cold food, takes place June 1–2 at Johnson & Wales University’s Denver campus and June 15–16 at Johnson & Wales University’s Charlotte campus. The candidates will have 17 hours to prepare, plate and present their dishes according to the guidelines. Read More

Registration Discounts End June 7 for ACF National Convention

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 14:27:53 GMT

This year we are upping our game for ACF National Convention, July 21–25, and heading to Las Vegas. Our destination is The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, one of the top-rated 500 hotels around the globe in 2013 according to Travel + Leisure. Read More

ACFEF Disaster Relief for Storm Victims

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 14:24:07 GMT

ACF and the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation (ACFEF) Disaster Relief Task Force are here to support those members affected by the recent devastating storm. We care about you and want to help as you deal with the difficult task of getting your lives back together. If you or any ACF member you are aware of need assistance because of this disaster, complete the ACFEF Disaster Relief Fund Member Request form [PDF] and return it to ACFEF Disaster Relief Task Force Fund, American Culinary Federation, 180 Center Place Way, St. Augustine, FL 32095. You may also fax the form to (904) 825-4758. For additional information, email disasterrelief@acfchefs.net.

ACF Louis Joliet Chapter Wins Childhood Nutrition Outreach Challenge, Receives $10,000 from ACFEF Chef & Child

Fri, 31 May 2013 18:08:42 GMT

The American Culinary Federation’s (ACF) ACF Louis Joliet Chapter recently received $10,000 from the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation (ACFEF) Chef & Child at the 2013 ACF Central Regional Conference, held in Little Rock, Ark., April 28–May 1. The chapter hosted Lunch Break for Kids fundraisers and Childhood Nutrition Day activities to compete against other Central Region chapters for the award.