Dear Rhode Island Chef or Cook,

The American Culinary Federation will sponsor a Culinary Certification Exam in the Spring of 2024. The ACF grants certification from the Culinarian/cook level to the Master Chef Level. We will be offering all levels up to the CEC/CEPC (Certified Executive Chef/Pastry Chef) Level at our exam. The CMC level requires special testing.

To learn more, you may visit the ACF Website at acfchefs.org. Go to the certify section and you will see the requirements for each level as well as an opportunity to obtain pre-approval registration for the exam. Please realize you can register for the exam as a non-member or for a reduced rate, apply as an ACF member.

I am sure the question will always arise, “Why certify for something that I have done for years?” Chef’s Certification is more than a process, it is an achievement for Credentialing. Credentials can be used for personal promotion, establishment marketing and most of all the certification process requires planning/organization that will make you a stronger and better cook/chef.

Please review the enclosed flyer for specific details of the exam. The ACF Rhode Island Chapter can assist you in preparing your menu program for your exam, please realize that we conduct an annual exam in April so your exam schedule rather than immediate can be a longer-term event

For any questions or assistance, contact:

George O’Palenick CEC, CCE, AAC  gopalenick@cox.net or 401 255-3842

ACF RI Certification Exam

Saturday, April 12th, 2025

Johnson & Wales University

Cuisinart Center for Culinary Excellence

333 Shipyard St

Providence, RI 02905

All Levels are Welcome

For Details, Contact gopalenick@jwu.edu

or call my cell at: 401 255-3842

If you would like to take the exam, the first step is to pre-register with the ACF.

The Rhode Island Chapter Fee on Exam Day is $ 75

Make Checks Payable ACF RI Chapter and is due at Check-in. You are responsible for all ACF National Certification fees and must bring all food supplies and equipment.

The Key to achieving ACF Certification is:

Read all the Guidelines Carefully

Develop a Practical Menu

Practice, Practice, Practice