Who are the Craft Guild of Chefs

Established in 1885 as a Guild of the Cookery and Food Association, the Craft Guild of Chefs has developed into the leading Chefs’ Association in the UK and has many members worldwide. 
Our members come from all aspects of the foodservice and hospitality sectors working in a wide variety of positions from students and trainees to top management. No other association boasts such a broad and experienced membership.

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16th Jun 2026

Nestlé Professional crowns 2026 Toque d’Or champions

By: Edward Waddell
Nathan Derek Short from City of Glasgow College has been crowned back-of-house (BOH) champion and Declan Sloan from Ayrshire College from has taken the front-of-house (FOH) title. The winners were...