On November 8, 2016 Worldchefs launched a new online technology opening up a world of possibilities for chefs. Worldchefs teamed with the City & Guilds Group, a world leader in skills development and testing, to form the certification program. In an easy digital platform, the Global Certification will allow chefs to be recognized for their experience whilst working in the culinary industry. With the digital age underway “the [culinary] industry has been crying out for a standard which reflects the highly mobile nature of the workforce,” Thomas A. Gugler, President of Worldchefs.
Industry Recognition
The brand new online tool designed by DigtialMe, a leader in creating digital currency recognizing people’s skills and talents, will allow chefs to earn global recognition for their professional work worldwide. Using digital badges certified chefs can display their level certification in an instant and be displayed on social media and job sites.
Chefs can be certified in one of nine certified career stages ranging from Professional Cook (Commis Chef) to Master Chef. Certification isn’t just for experienced chefs; culinary schools can also use the online tool to certify trainee student chefs finishing their studies allowing them to demonstrate their skill set to potential employers.
“Having internationally recognized standards that are earned online and recognized across the world will allow chefs to travel wherever their talents are in demand and help employers across the globe access the skilled workforces they need.” – Kirstie Donnelly, Managing Director, City & Guilds
International Mobility
This certification will enable experienced cooks, chefs and culinary educators to connect with peers and employers through the largest network of chefs in the world. Giving chefs the opportunities to work internationally and gain career progression. Thomas A. Gugler, Pesident of Worldchefs, says the “main aim [for Worldchefs Global Culinary Certification] is to have global equal opportunities and career aspects which enable chefs to work all around the globe with a reputed recognition, certification and with pride.”
Worldchefs is the leading authority in global cuisine, dedicated to defining and promoting standards within professional cooking and hospitality around the world. If you would like to find about how to earn Worldchefs global certification please visit worldchefs.org/certification.
