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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.

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ACF certification demonstrates skill, knowledge and professionalism.

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HOW TO JOIN

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ACF offers multiple membership packages to best suit any chef.

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

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DON’T MISS OUR NEXT EVENT!

May 2025 President’s Dinner

ONLINE RESERVATIONS CLOSED – WALK-INS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR Join us on Monday, May 12th for our 2025 President’s Dinner and Awards Night at The Club at New Seabury! This will be an elegant evening celebrating the best of the best in the culinary profession on Cape Cod, the Islands, and the South Shore, highlighting our accomplishments in 2025 and…

April 2025 Over the Bridge

We are heading ‘Over the Bridge’ for our April, 202 meeting, heading to on the Plymouth Waterfront! Join us for a delicious evening at one of Plymouth’s newest hotspots, highlighting vibrant cocktails and Latin-inspired cuisine in a picturesque location. Network with your culinary industry colleagues from Cape Cod and the South Shore as you enjoy Chef Johnny Sheehan’s creations and make…

March 2025 Back to School Bites

We are heading ‘Back to School’ for our March meeting at Upper Cacpe Tech on Monday, March 3rd at 6:00 pm! Join us for an evening of school-subject themed bites and sips, as we work our way through the five main school subjects with playful, yet sophisticated, bites created by the talented students in the Upper Cape Tech Culinary Arts…

January 2025 Wine Dinner

Kick off the new year in style with a ACF Cape Cod & Islands Members-Only Wine Dinner at Bucatino Restaurant & Wine Bar in North Falmouth! Enjoy expertly prepared courses and wine selections from Executive Chef and ACF Cape Cod Board Member Dan Delancey and the talented Bucatino’s culinary team and guest chefs from around the region including: Andrew Chadwick…

December 2024 Holiday Party

It’s time to gather and celebrate at our 2024 Holiday Party! We’re heading to the East Bay Grille at the Pinehills for a celebration of all things culinary, community, and the holiday spirit! Join your fellow culinary industry colleagues for a seasonal feast prepared by the talented team at the East Bay Grille, sip on beer, wine, and cocktails, and…
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