Washington State Chef's

Certification

WANT TO BECOME ACF CERTIFIED?

With thousands of chefs competing in the job market, it is important to set yourself apart. Certifications are open to chefs, cooks, bakers, culinary educators, and administrators. The ACF offers 14 different certification designations. Many corporations require certification for key positions.

Certification Information

Dates for in-person certification exams are below.  All candidates need to register on the ACF website for access to any of these practical exams.

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General Certification Information

Practical and Written Exams Info

Certification Levels

CERTIFICATION CHAIR

JJ Meland CEC, AAC, CCA
jjmeland@gmail.com

ACF Test Dates

Monday, June 23, 2025
Location: Maynard’s Restaurant at 8am.

Maynard’s Restaurant
2251 NW BUCKLIN HILL ROAD
SILVERDALE, WA 98383
(360) 200-1995

Practical Exam Registration

Process for testing candidates:
  1. Complete Candidate application form and mail to ACF with $50.
  2. Send copy of application form and two separate checks in the amount of $75 to Maynard’s (facility use) and $50 to WSCA Education Fund.
  3. Mail checks to:
    WSCA
    1600-B SW Dash Pt. Rd. #1096
    Federal Way, WA 98023
    Attn:  JJ Meland

Contact our local certification representative for more details:
JJ Meland – Maynard’s Silverdale