About Us

The American Culinary Federation is a chef driven organization to promote professionalism in the kitchens of the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina. Triad ACF invests in the careers of its members by effectively equipping them with the tools needed to succeed in the industry. Brings together hard-working chefs, cooks, chef educators, pastry chefs, bakers, caterers, culinary enthusiasts, industry purveyors, culinary students and other culinarians through networking, education, certification, camaraderie and community service are just a few initiatives of the Triad ACF.

The ACF got its start in 1929 when three chefs’ organizations in New York: the Sociѐtѐ Culinare Philanthropique, the Vatel Club and the Chefs de Cuisine Association of America came together for the common good of all chefs in the United States.

“We gain strength as we strengthen those around us!” Working together for the betterment of the culinary industry is the catalyst that unleashes the potential in our members. Providing them the tools of education, certification and networking opportunities elevates our organization above the rest.