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Qualifying Criteria

Qualifying Criteria

These criteria were established and voted on by the members of the Board of Directors on November 18, 2023. The following nine (9) main criteria provide a comprehensive framework for the evaluation of candidates for the Academy Trophy, covering professional excellence , commitment to the values of the ACF, educational leadership, philanthropy, role as an exemplary model, financial integrity, adherence to the philosophy of the academy, contribution to its development and influence on French culinary heritage.

Professional Excellence:

Criterion: Distinguished achievements in their professional career.
Explanation: Valorization of excellence in the candidate's culinary achievements, constituting a basis for their eligibility.

Commitment to ACF Values:

Criterion: Dedicated commitment and active support to actions undertaken by the ACF.
Explanation: Importance given to the candidate's alignment with the core values and mission of the ACF.

Educational Leadership:

Criterion: Active involvement in mentoring future generations of young chefs.
Explanation: Recognition of the importance of educational leadership and promoting the professional growth of future culinary professionals.

Philanthropic Commitment:

Criterion: Demonstrated commitments and active participation in charitable events.
Explanation: Recognition of the candidate's commitment to making a positive impact through philanthropy.

Exemplary model:

Criterion: Embodying a model not only within the Academy but also for all those associated with it.
Explanation: Recognition of the candidate's influence and inspiration as a role model in the culinary community.

Financial Integrity:

Criterion: Good performance in terms of obligations and contributions.
Explanation: Assurance of financial integrity as a fundamental eligibility criterion.

Adherence to the Philosophy of the Academy:

Criterion: Demonstrated dedication to the philosophy of the Academy.
Explanation: Assessment of the candidate's alignment and commitment to the Academy's core principles.

Contribution to the Growth of the Academy:

Criterion: Significant contributions to the development of the Academy and the dissemination of the culinary profession.
Explanation: Recognition of substantial contributions

Influence on French Cuisine:

Criterion: Marked impact on the development of French cuisine and support for the philosophy of the Academy.
Explanation: Recognition of the candidate's influence on the evolution and preservation of French culinary traditions.

These criteria are intended to ensure a full and fair evaluation of applicants, reflecting their exceptional commitment and contribution to the Academy and the culinary field.

"Fauteuil de l’Academie Culinaire de France” recompense a long time achievement by an Academiciens for his or her work and passion towards the Academie and the industry of culinary art.

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