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ACF Practical Exam Center  

The Culinary Institute LeNotre is an American Culinary Federation (ACF) approved practical exam testing center. Certification is an excellent opportunity to sharpen your culinary skills, stay competitive and advance your career.

Chef Student In the Library
     ACF Exam Center

  • Candidates must complete an application form and be an ACF Member.
  • Registration fee of $100 paid to the Culinary Institute LeNôtre at least 30 days before the exam day. This fee is non-refundable. In addition to the registration fee, $150 is due on the day of the exam.
  • Cleaning and insurance are provided.
  • Candidates bring all food, pots, pans and tools necessary for the exam.
  • Candidates are encouraged to observe one exam session before taking the exam.
Example Schedule:
  • 2:30 p.m.:  All Report at 1:30 p.m. in Classroom IV
  • 3:15 p.m.:  Official Briefing With Examiners & Examinees
  • 3:30 p.m.:  Exam Begins
  • 6:30 p.m.:  Exam Ends (3 hours for CEC)
Next Exam Dates:
  • April 18, 2010
  • September 13, 2010
  • December 6, 2010
  • Check back for new dates

To Register:

Call 713-358-5075 or kjacob@culinaryinstitute.edu

Mail the Following (Must be mailed 30 days before the exam):

ATTN: Culinary Arts Director
Culinary Institute LeNôtre
7070 Allensby
Houston, TX 77022

List of Certifications Available from the ACF

Cooking Professionals   Personal Cooking Professionals
Certified Culinarian (CC)   Personal Certified Chef (PCC)
Certified Sous Chef (CSC)   Personal Certified Executive Chef (PCEC)
Certified Chef de Cuisine (CCC)    
Certified Executive Chef (CEC)   Culinary Administrators
Certified Master Chef (CMC)   Certified Culinary Administrator (CCA)
Baking and Pastry Professionals   Culinary Educators
Certified Pastry Culinarian (CPC)   Certified Secondary Culinary Educator (CSCE)
Certified Working Pastry Chef (CWPC)   Certified Culinary Educator (CCE)
Certified Executive Pastry Chef (CEPC)    
Certified Master Pastry Chef (CMPC)