Exclusive certificate of membership and special pin badge.

Receive our magazine ‘Culinary News’, giving you the latest information on chefs, various products, events, industry news and much more.

Contact and networking opportunities with chefs and various hospitality company representatives in the United Kingdom and abroad at the key industry events we support and help organise.

Direct professional support from an organisation that aims to protect your interests and provides you with advice and information.

The opportunity for chefs, both senior and junior, to compete at the highest level, to demonstrate your talent and to represent England at both national and international level.

Automatic membership of World Chefs (WACS) through the BCF and the opportunity to attend the WACS World Congress, which is held in a different country every two years. The Congress is a great networking opportunity and a chance to see the world! You can share ideas with colleagues worldwide and participate in the full Congress programme, which includes innovative topics for discussion, culinary workshops and demonstrations by international chefs, as well as enjoying the many and varied social events.

Chefs Club lunches held at different venues each month, where members can meet informally, socialise and discuss the issues of the day. Enjoy good food and wine at special prices.

Up to date BCF website providing diverse information on events, industry news, members’ activities and competitions. It offers easy access if you would like to contact us for any information and equally, instant links to our Culinary Partners and other websites: www.britishculinaryfederation.com

A lively social calendar, including the Annual Dinner and Awards evening, as well as BCF culinary competitions and sports days, such as golf and charity football tournaments. Members can also receive invitations to main events in the industry.

Opportunity for limited complimentary editorial in magazine/website for Corporate members to gain extra business exposure.

Take advantage of BCF special student offers.

Opportunities for Stages through our links with Les Toques Blanches Lyonnaises.

BCF updates through Mailchimp.

Membership gives you the chance to join fellow chefs and other industry colleagues at various events to raise the standards of your profession and demonstrate your commitment to the industry.

Opportunity to purchase chefs’ jackets with embroidered BCF logo at competitive prices through the website.