Hospitality and Culinary Arts Careers program
Start cooking up careers with the World Association of Master Chefs - Culinary Foundations certification!
The foodservice industry is the largest retail employment sector in the world1. Bringing in over USD 700 billion annually in the U.S.2, this career path provides individuals with ample opportunities for jobs and career growth. The Hospitality and Culinary Arts Careers program gives learners the skills they need to be qualified for in demand jobs in the hospitality and culinary arts career cluster and be prepared to grow with the industry. Start growing careers today!
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Certifying culinary skills with the World Association of
Master Chefs
The World Association of Master Chefs - Culinary Foundations certification exam prepares candidates to start their journey in a professional kitchen as a cook. This certification is a part of the Hospitality and Culinary Arts Careers program and was developed with and sponsored by the World Association of Master Chefs, an organization created for culinary masters and professional chefs from around the world. In addition to validating understanding of sanitation and food safety principles, individuals who earn the World Association of Master Chefs - Culinary Foundations certification have the knowledge and skills that employers are looking for, such as set up procedures, food safety and sanitation, executing recipes, and time management in the kitchen.
They’re looking for reasons to hire candidates ... if they see anything that’s relevant to their industry, to their company, to the specific position, it’s definitely going to help to make that candidate more attractive.
-Tim Gates, Adecco Staffing, Senior Regional Vice President
Why do learners need a World Association of Master Chefs - Culinary Foundations certification?
The World Association of Master Chefs - Culinary Foundations certification validates that learners know, understand, and can apply key principles required to be successful cooks. Professional cooks are in demand! The global food service industry is expected to reach USD 5.1 trillion by 20303. By earning this certification, learners can effectively communicate to employers that they are ready to enter the professional kitchen and immediately start working as a cook.
Who is the World Association of Master Chefs?
The World Association of Master Chefs (WAMC) is a prestigious international organization that unites Hospitality workers, professional chefs and culinary experts from around the globe. Dedicated to advancing culinary excellence, WAMC fosters a global network spanning over 60 countries for the exchange of knowledge, skills, and innovation in Hospitality and culinary arts. Through competitions, certifications, and educational programs, the association promotes the highest standards in cuisine while encouraging sustainability, creativity, and professionalism. With a commitment to preserving culinary traditions and embracing modern culinary techniques, the WAMC plays a vital role in shaping the future of global gastronomy.
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1. About the Industry and Food Service Careers, The Culinary Pro, https://www.theculinarypro.com/abouttheindustry.
2. About the Industry and Food Service Careers, The Culinary Pro, https://www.theculinarypro.com/abouttheindustry.
3. Food Service Industry (2025), https://www.marketresearch.com/Global-Industry-Analysts-v1039/Food-Service-39450638/