In this issue
| MAY |
| Monthly Meet-up |
| The Burger Bash |
| Monday, May 22nd, 2023 |
| 3pm - 6pm |
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| JUNE |
| ACF Practical Exam |
| Saturday, June 3rd |
| Helms College, Augusta GA. |
| JUNE |
| SkillsUSA |
| June 20th - 23rd |
| Georgia World Congress Center |
| JULY |
| ACF National Convention |
| July 17th - 19th |
| New Orleans, LA |
| OCTOBER |
| 3rd Annual Feeding 1st Responders |
| October 26th & 27th |
| **Meeting dates and events subject to change |
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Welcome ACF Atlanta Chef New Members:
| Robert | Schley |
| Paul | Parks |
Thank you to all the Members who renewed their membership!
American Culinary Federation Education Foundation (ACFEF), through the Chef & Child initiative, is offering ACF chefs and chapters grant funding to support nutrition outreach activities in their communities. Outreach activities must align with the Chef & Child mission to education children and families in understanding proper nutrition. This year Southeast Region Award Recipient is Chef Ashely Keyes. Chef Ashley's program at C.H.O.I.C.E.S. include Cooking with C.H.O.I.C.E.S., Camp Diva's, Snack and Story Time, and programs like Living Better with Diabetes. Her classes and programs are designed for all ages to improve your health, through nutritional and healthy food choices. Congratulations to Chef Ashley Keyes for being one of the award recipients of the ACF Healthy Eating Grants!
ACF Atlanta Chefs May Newsletter 
President's Message
Hello to all Members & Partners,
What a great start we have had to this year and looking forward to more in the coming months. last month we had a chapter meet up at the Hansen group that was well attended and very informative regarding Arctic Garden Food Products and Food Hub of Atlanta a New Partner with ACF Atlanta Chefs Association.
The ACF Atlanta Chefs Association Board had their Annual Year in review and are happy to report that Membership growth for Atlanta is good as is the National Membership numbers. Meeting are increasing in participation as is our social media number, This shows that engagement is increasing with great content and events. We are Happy to announce that we have been giving the honor of the ACF Southeastern Chapter of the Year and will be in the running for National Chapter of the year in New Orleans at the National ACF Convention.
As we approach the second half of this year, we are reminded end that we have our Chapter lections for all board positions, I as President am on my second term and will be stepping into the role of Chairman of the Board and assisting the new President during their term, more information to come later this year regarding election. I encourage all members to become active and run for positions on the board it is a great way to grow and help your fellow chefs in the community and beyond.
We continue to partner with Augusta ACF Chapter with certification and meeting, together we are stronger and more united in our visions of growth in both membership and events. Look out for information regarding dual events this coming year. Our Calendar of events is filling up and look forward to great participation and excitement from our Partners and Members regarding these events. Keep informed by following us on all social media accounts. Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.
This year the ACF National Convention is being held in New Orleans with the local host chapter from New Orleans and the National ACF team working to produce an amazing time for all of our members this year. If you have not registered yet, please do hotels and registration will fill up soon.
I look forward to see each and every one of you at the next ACF Atlanta Chefs Association event. Thank You
We are not a team because we work together. We are a team because we respect, trust and care for each other
All the Best,
Chef Nick Barrington CEC ACE
Certified Executive Chef l East Lake Golf Club
President ACF Atlanta Chefs Association, Inc.
ACF Atlanta Chef Happenings
Their supply model, which also encourages partnerships with local farmers near our processing sites, ensures maximum freshness of our products – a key factor to our success. Arctic Gardens: Promoting plant cover between the various vegetable crop cycles to naturally enrich the soil, improve soil structure and biodiversity. Conducting agronomic field trials to test new insights and technologies, and helping to integrate them in growers’ farming methods. Building external partnerships with research institutes and startups focusing on vegetable production innovation that contributes to regenerative agriculture.
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Welcome New Members
The American Culinary Federation-Atlanta Chefs Association, Inc (ACF-ACA) is a chef driven organization to promote professionalism in the kitchens of Atlanta, the surrounding metro area and to the borders of the state of Georgia. ACF-ACA 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 ACF-ACA.
“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.
To join ACF Atlanta Chefs and your ACF Membership is both a national and local experience. Local ACF Chapter meetings are the perfect way to network, develop professionally and maybe even find your next job.
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Partners Spotlight
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ACF NATIONAL NEWS
ACF National Elections
2023 ACF Annual Members Meeting
On Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. EDT is the ACF Annual Members Meeting was held at the ACF National Office. Chef Christopher F. Donato, CEC, AAC; Chair of the Nominations & Elections Committee ballots for announce the results. The new board of directors will be sworn in at the ACF National convention in New Orleans. Congratulations to all the elected officers.
ACF National PresidentRene J. Marquis, CEC, CCE, CCA, AAC |
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ACF National SecretaryJeff Bacon, CEC, CCA, AAC |
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ACF National TreasurerKyle Richardson, CEC, CCE, AAC |
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Southeast Region Vice-PresidentBryan Frick, CEC, AAC
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Central Region Vice-PresidentRajeev Patgaonkar, CEC, AAC |
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Northeast Region Vice-PresidentRay McCue, CEC, AAC |
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Western Region Vice-PresidentGreg Matchett, CEC, AAC
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Immediate Past PresidentKimberly Brock Brown, CEPC, CCA, AAC
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Join Us May 15th at 1:00 PM ETACF ChefsForum:Healthy Habits- Prioritizing Work-Life Balance in the Culinary Industry
Working in the foodservice industry can oftentimes lead to an unhealthy lifestyle including overworking and poor self-care habits. The key increasing your work-life balance is that it requires commitment - but where do you start as a chef who is working long hours and pushing yourself to the max daily? During this presentation we'll explore a holistic approach for our lives by prioritizing the importance of mental health, social connections, physical wellness and wellbeing. During this panel, hosted by ACF Young Chefs Club President, Isaiah Gerrard, we'll hear from chefs and experts who will share their experiences and insights, as they tackle the topic of taking better care of ourselves, as we discuss changes we'd like to see for our industry. The Chefs will share tips for stress reduction, time management, healthy diets, coping strategies, and how to balance work and family. Ask your questions to our panelists, as we continue this important discussion on self care and personal health and wellness goals. |
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Wellness Resources
Local Resources for Food Service Workers
Giving Kitchen provides emergency assistance for food service workers through financial support and a network of community resources.
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ACF’s Wellness Partners
Have a look at this new list of Wellness Resources produced by ACF’s Work Life Balance Task Force. The goal is to help members address critical mental wellness concepts and improve the culture in their own kitchens and workplaces.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
We can all help prevent suicide. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States. For help, dial 988.
CHOW’s mission is to support wellness within the hospitality industry and to improve the lives of our community through shared stories, skills, and resources. Virtual and in-person meetings available.
