Our Mission

To develop and promote the level of professionalism of culinary professionals within the Cape and Island areas. 

Efforts will be focused on the needs, education, legislative issues and opportunities that arise from being a culinary professional on Cape Cod. We will assist in the personal and professional growth of the local chef community to ensure it will operate in a world class manner and allow all committed chefs to flourish both personally and professionally.

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP

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Career Recognition

Our certification program, competitions and awards will prove your skills as a professional culinarian and enhance your career opportunities.

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Industry Trends

We keep our chefs abreast of culinary trends through seminars, magazines, newsletters, and workshops!

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Education

When it comes to educational culinary programs, ACFEF is the national accrediting commission for culinary and pastry education programs at postsecondary institutions and secondary programs.

BECOME ACF CERTIFIED

ACF certification demonstrates skill, knowledge and professionalism.

HOW TO JOIN

Learn

Take a look at the link below to get a full understanding of all of the benefits.

Choose Membership

ACF offers multiple membership packages to best suit any chef.

Apply

Fill out a quick application through the ACF Cape Cod to determine eligibility.

DON’T MISS OUR NEXT EVENT!

June 2025 Canal Cruise

ACF Cape Cod and Islands vendors are invited to join us at no cost as we say THANK YOU for your support during the 2024-2025 ACF season with our second annual Vendor Appreciation Canal Cruise on board the M/V Monhegan! Sailing out of Onset, this casual sunset cruise is our way of showing our appreciation for your donations, sponsorship, and enthusiasm in…