Open to any person actively engaged in the preparation of food in a commercial establishment or is enrolled in a recognized course of culinary studies at a college, school or institute. Is actively involved in work /study in the trade of cooking at the time of the application.
Benefits:
- Access to services and discounts specifically designed for members
- Auto and home insurance exclusive rates
- Access to the chef’s buyer’s guide
- Access to CF Social and messaging
- Chef certification programs
- Subscription to national newsletters and magazines (informative articles and recipes)
- Discounts on travel, clothing and tools
- Involvement in college and apprenticeship training advisory committees
- Culinary Federation certificate
- Culinary Federation lapel pin
- International, national & local culinary shows are promoted and sponsored by the Culinary Federation and its branches
- Opportunities to hear & see world renowned chefs and speakers at regional & national conventions
- Chance to participate at regional mini-conventions held every year
- Automatically become a member of WorldChefs
- Participation in the career enhancement of Jr Cook Apprentices
- Travel, car rental and product discounts at Chef Works, Thrifty Car Rental, Group Auto and Residence Insurance (amongst others)
Membership Costs:
- New Junior Chef member pays with initiation: $95.00 + GST
- Renewing Junior member pays: $45.00 + GST
- Reinstatement Fee: $30.00 + GST (CCFCC fee)