In this issue
Calendar of Events
| 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 |
FOLLOW - US
CAREER CORNER
START YOUR CULINARY CAREER TODAY!
Did you know you can post your companies back of house and culinary related positions here for FREE! All you need to do is be an ACF Member or Affiliated Partner! Click Submit a job to get started!
For more Jobs Listed on the ACF National Website: Click here
SUBMIT A JOB SUBMIT A RESUME
Special Announcements!
Welcome ACF Atlanta Chef New Members:
| Deena |
Smith |
| Sheldon |
Perry |
| Zephia |
Cannon |
| Amity |
Mulvey |
| Byron |
Bracewell |
Thank you to all the Members who renewed their membership!
ACF Atlanta Chefs Awarded ACF Southeast Region Chapter of the Year
The ACF Chapter of the Year Award honors chapters that strive for the highest level of excellence in all areas of chapter life, serving their members and their communities well, and supporting ACF’s programs. On May 22nd, Chef Brian Frick the Southeast Regional Vice President awarded Chef Nick and the Board of Directors ACF Atlanta Chefs Association, Inc. The Southeast Region Chapter of the Year. We could not do this without great members and partners.
The national winner will be announced at the President’s Gala, Wednesday, July 19, during the ACF National Convention.
ACF Atlanta Chefs June Newsletter 
President's Message
Hello to all Members & Partners,
This has been a great start to the first half of the year, We recently had Billy Kramer Owner and Founder of NFA Burger do the first ever Burger Benefit that raise $50,000.00 + dollars for GIVING KITCHEN. If you haven’t gone to NFA Burgers you must go they are amazing at what they do….
We also just followed Billy Kramer’s burger event with our own Burger Bash Competition at Buckhead Meats in Atlanta, the turn out fir this event was amazing with over 100 members attending the event. Buckhead Meats is one our great partners along with Sysco, Freshpoint and Supplies on the Fly. I want to thank Scott Gasparini & Jerry Dracluck for hosting us.
Burger Bash Result 2023 are as follows:
- Chef Bill Lipscomb-Executive Pastry Chef at East Lake Golf Club with Chef Santos from the Art Institute won People’s Choice and 5th place
- Chef Tiffany Moore Former Military Chef and Food Network Star and Chef Marcus booker from Art Institute Won 4th place
- Chef Sergio Posillici and Chef Pedro Diaz won 3rd place
- Chef Josh Ennis Corporate Chef for Certified Angus Beef and Chef Khary Davis from Atlanta Technical College won 2nd place
- Chef Eric Fulkerson Executive Chef from Currahee Country Club with Chef Diane Rucker from North Georgia Technical College Winner 1st place
ACF Atlanta Board Member Craig Brown, Northside Deli Provisions and Boar’s Head is serving Hot Dogs at the Dunwoody Country Club for the Special Olympics a Great Cause and Event. Thank You Craig…
We are looking forward to Skills USA National Championships this Month at the World Congress Center along with all our Calendar of events that are filling up, We 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.
We pleased to announce that ACF Atlanta Chefs Association has been names Southeastern ACF Chapter of the year for the 3rd time in 4 years. Thank you to all of our members and Partners that continue to support use each and every year. Wish us luck at the ACF National Convention where we will learn is we win ACF National Chapter of the Year.
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.
Back to top
ACF Atlanta Chef Happenings
ACF Atlanta Chefs hosted The Burger Bash at Buckhead Meat in May
Buckhead Meat is one of our great partners along with Sysco, Freshpoint, & Supplies on the Fly. I want to Thank Scott Gasparini & Jerry Draluck for hosting us Buckhead Meat. We had representatives from all 4 companies there for you to ask questions and get more familiar with their products and services. We had 3 rooms of Activities – Outside had the Burger Competition. The Culinary Center had The Burger Bar with the amazing French fires from Amber Elias & Karl from Lamb Weston, along with the displays from Chris Adgate & Foster Deadman from Supplies on the Fly, Freshpoint, and the charcuterie table. In the dining hall we had the judges tasting all the fantastic burgers. We had over 100 members, guests and industry professionals come out for this exciting event.
The Burger Bash Teams were Chef Bill Lispcomb – Executive Pasty Chef East Lake Golf Club with Chef Nirely Santos Form the Art Institute of Atlanta. Chef Tiffany Moore – Former Military, Personal Chef & Food Network Star with Chef Marcus Booker from The Art Institute. Chef Josh Ennis Corporate Chef for Certified Angus Beef with Chef Khary Davis from Atlanta Technical College. Chef Eric Fulkerson Executive Chef from Currahee Country Club with Chef Diane Rucker from North Georgia Technical College. Chef Sergio Posillico Privet Chef with Pedro Diaz from North Georgia Technical College.
ACF Atlanta Chefs would once again like to Thank Buckhead Meat / Sysco / Supplies on the Fly / Freshpoint and Lamb Weston for hosting us for The ACF Atlanta Chefs Burger Bash!!!!
Don’t forget to follow us on our Social Media Platforms and stay up to date with everything ACF Atlanta Chefs Association, Inc.
Back to top
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.
To join ACF Atlanta Chefs: Click Here
Back to top
ACF NATIONAL NEWS
We Can't Wait to See You in New Orleans!
Please Read the Information Below to Help Prepare You for Your Time at the ACF National Convention.
View Convention Agenda and Speakers
Follow the link below to view all of the great sessions and speakers ACF has lined up for the 2023 National Convention.
|
 |
Young Chefs Club Book Drive
Have any cookbooks around you no longer use? Bring them to the convention! The Young Chefs Club will be collecting new, used, or old cookbooks or other culinary focused books to donate to the culinary programs at the Louisiana Department of Corrections.
|
 |
Download the ACF App!
Scan the QR Code or click the button to download the ACF app and stay up to date!
· View Upcoming ACF Events
· View Event Agendas, Sessions, and Speakers
· Connect With Fellow ACF Event Attendees
· Keep Up With the Latest ACF News
|
|
|
The Burger Benefit
The Burger Benefit brought chefs from around the country for a one day event to raise money for The Giving Kitchen. Who: Chefs who love making burgers. What: Smashing burgers for the Giving Kitchen. Where: at NFA Burger in Dunwoody, GA. When: May 7th, 2023. Why: It’s simple. This is our chance to give back to the community that has aided our success. Each participant will cook their own version of the cheeseburger. Billy Kramer, is the founder & owner of NFA Burger as well as the creator of The Burger Benefit and ACF Atlanta Chefs member.
Danny Cerqueda - Chef Danny, was one of the many participants. Chef Danny is the corporate chef for The Hansen Group. With over 25 years of experience.
Thanks to NFA and all the chefs who participated in the inaugural Burger Benefit!
Their passion and dedication to cooking delicious burgers and supporting our industry helped raise over $50K to support food service workers in crisis. That is the equivalent of almost 50 housing payments, 333 gas bills, 500 power bills, or 1000 water bills.
YOU are Giving Kitchen and YOU help food service workers!
|
Back to top
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.
Giving Kitchen
Click on the Image to learn more!
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.
Back to top
