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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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30 Mar

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26th Mar 2026

National Seafood Chef of the Year competition launches

By: Edward Waddell
Held at the Grimsby Institute’s Samphire Restaurant, the launch event brought together seafood businesses, suppliers, employers and education partners from across the industry, highlighting the...