Worldchefs and World Central Kitchen (WCK) are joining forces to proactively position chefs to play a powerful role in disaster response across the globe. Chefs are among the most trusted and connected people in their communities. Their leadership empowers them to help WCK get cooking as quickly as possible following crises that are occurring with greater frequency and severity.
This new collaboration will enable dedicated culinary professionals affiliated with Worldchefs’ member associations to be appointed to join WCK’s Chef Corps. The Chef Corps global network is made up of prominent culinary leaders on standby to assist with the nonprofit organization’s work. When on the ground with WCK, members contribute to providing hot, nourishing meals to people impacted by natural disasters and humanitarian crises.
The two organizations also identified additional opportunities to cooperate during times of need. Worldchefs’ network of accredited culinary schools, for example, can play a role in disaster response. WCK is also able to offer Worldchefs’ members learning and skill development on disaster preparedness.
About World Central Kitchen
Founded in 2010 by Chef José Andrés, World Central Kitchen is a nonprofit organization that is first to the frontlines providing fresh meals in response to crises. Applying a model of quick action, leveraging local resources, and adapting in real time, WCK has served more than 500 million nourishing meals around the world.
When disaster strikes, WCK’s Relief Team mobilizes with the urgency of now to start cooking and serving meals to people in need. By partnering with organizations on the ground and activating a network of local restaurants, food trucks, and emergency kitchens, WCK serves comforting meals to survivors of disasters quickly and effectively. To support regional economies, WCK prioritizes purchasing local ingredients to cook with or distribute directly to families in need. Learn more at wck.org.
About Worldchefs
The World Association of Chefs’ Societies, known as Worldchefs, is a federation made up of 110 national chef associations. A leading voice in the hospitality industry, Worldchefs carries years of history since its founding in 1928 at the Sorbonne by the venerable Auguste Escoffier.
Representing a mobilized international membership of culinary professionals, Worldchefs is committed to advancing the profession and leveraging the influence of the chef jacket for the betterment of the industry and humanity at large.
Worldchefs is dedicated to raising culinary standards and social awareness through these core focus areas:
- Education – Worldchefs offers support for education and professional development through the landmark Worldchefs Academy online training program, a diverse network of Worldchefs Education Partners and curriculum, and the world’s first Global Culinary Certification recognizing on-the-job skillsin hospitality;
- Networking – Worldchefs connects culinary professionals around the world through their online community platform and provides a gateway for industry networking opportunities through endorsed events and the biennial Worldchefs Congress & Expo;
- Competition – Worldchefs sets global standards for competition rules, provides Competition Seminars and assurance of Worldchefs Certified Judges, and operates the prestigious Global Chefs Challenge;
- Humanitarianism & Sustainability – Worldchefs Feed the Planet and World Chefs Without Borders programs relieve food poverty, deliver crisis support, and promote sustainability across the globe.
Visit www.worldchefs.org to learn more.
Media contact:
Olivia Ruszczyk communications@worldchefs.org
