Acf Central Florida Chapter

Acf Central Florida Chapter This is the organization for enthusiastic culinarians in Central Florida! This is where it all comes together! available when needed.

Here is where the best Chefs and cooks in the area meet to share ideas and information about the industry that we are proud to be a part of. The ACF organization was created for one basic reason: to promote a professional image of the American chef worldwide, through education of culinarians at all levels-from apprentices to the accomplished Certified Master Chefs of the culinary arts. The ACF was

the pioneer responsible for elevating the status of Executive Chefs from service status, to the professional category with the Department of Labor. The ACF is a network of people that promote a positive image of the culinary profession. We are a resource to our community and more importantly our members. Giving back to the community is one of our top priorities. We are involved in fund raising dinners and events throughout the Central Florida area. Fighting hunger is one of our national goals, and is certainly one of our chapter’s goals as well. We have worked directly with the local food banks, such as Second Harvest, to raise donations and awareness of our community’s food needs. As a chapter, we responsible for organizing culinarians to participate in the Taste of Compassion, which raises funds for the Compassionate Friends Foundation so they can provide meals for our communities homeless population. Each year we look forward to sponsoring the Christmas party for Give Kids the World Village-a celebration that has fed thousands of children and families over the years. We have also been a proud sponsor of the COPE (Creating Opportunities through Parenting Education), a program that allows teenage mothers to complete their high school education while their babies are in a school sponsored day care program. Our sponsorship ensures there is always formula, baby food, diapers, etc. We have created, and run one of the largest culinary competitions in the country. Each year, for the past 20 years, we have hosted Chefs and cooks from all over the world who come to Orlando to participate in the Florida Restaurant Association/ACF Culinary competition. Many of the competitors have been from our own chapter, and our proud holders of numerous medals for their accomplishments. This is where it all comes together, the ACF/Central Florida Chapter.

Today we gathered to honor the life and legacy of Chef Jennifer Denlinger, CCC at her Memorial Service and Celebration o...
07/19/2026

Today we gathered to honor the life and legacy of Chef Jennifer Denlinger, CCC at her Memorial Service and Celebration of Life.

Chef Jenn proudly served as President of the ACF Central Florida Chapter from 2021 to 2025, leading with dedication, professionalism, and a genuine passion for our culinary community.

Chef Bryan Frick, CEC, AAC, delivered a heartfelt “Top 10” tribute that beautifully captured Chef Jenn’s spirit, accomplishments, and the impact she had on so many lives.

The ACF Central Florida and ACF Tampa Bay Chapters came together to prepare and serve the food for the Celebration of Life—a meaningful expression of the fellowship and camaraderie that Chef Jenn cherished.

ACF National President Rene Marquis, CEC, CCE, CCA, AAC, presented Chef Jenn’s mother, Ann, with a Chaîne des Rôtisseurs ribbon and a black and gold ceramic toque in recognition of Chef Jenn’s remarkable contributions to the culinary profession.

Chef Jenn’s kindness, leadership, mentorship, and friendship touched countless lives. Her legacy will continue to inspire us, and she will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

Rest in peace, Chef Jenn.

Our condolences to Chef Jenn’s family, friends, and the entire ACF community. May her memory continue to inspire future generations of chefs.

SAVE THE DATE!!! The ACF Central Florida chapter will be hosting the 2027 National Convention at the Orlando World Cente...
07/04/2026

SAVE THE DATE!!!

The ACF Central Florida chapter will be hosting the 2027 National Convention at the Orlando World Center Marriott. We will be working with surrounding Florida chapters to make the event spectacular! Details to come…

The ACF National convention was filled with camaraderie, networking, informative sessions, competitions, idea exchanges,...
07/04/2026

The ACF National convention was filled with camaraderie, networking, informative sessions, competitions, idea exchanges, reunions, and learning. Our chapter was well represented:

🏆 SE Region Chapter of the Year
👨‍🍳 SE Region Dr. LJ Minors Chefs Professionalism Award – Chef Nora Galdiano
🌟 Lifetime Achievement Award – Chef Louis Perrotte
🇺🇸 Proud donors to Team USA

54th Annual Academy of Chefs Induction Dinner. Our very own chapter member William Paul was inducted as an Honorary AAC ...
07/01/2026

54th Annual Academy of Chefs Induction Dinner. Our very own chapter member William Paul was inducted as an Honorary AAC Member. Gwendolyn Rogers, founder of Cake Bake Shop at the Disney Boardwalk Resort was honored as the Celebrated Chef.

ACF National Convention tradeshow and culinary competitions.
07/01/2026

ACF National Convention tradeshow and culinary competitions.

06/30/2026

Minor’s 75th Anniversary Celebration

The 2026 ACF National Convention has begun. Attended the Board of Governors meeting yesterday and enjoyed the welcome re...
06/29/2026

The 2026 ACF National Convention has begun. Attended the Board of Governors meeting yesterday and enjoyed the welcome reception with fellow ACF Central Florida members. National President Rene Marquis, CEC, AAC welcomed everyone at the general session this morning.

06/01/2026

🍖 What a night! The ACF Central Florida chapter meeting was packed with flavor — A special thank you to Boar's Head for their informative presentation and outstanding product display
👨‍🍳✨ This is why we love our culinary community.

Lots to sample tonight! 🔥
06/01/2026

Lots to sample tonight! 🔥

06/01/2026

Come see Boars Head tonight. 🔥

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