ABOUT US
Association of Professional Chefs Nigeria (APCN) is a the official representative of the Nigerian Chefs since its inauguration at Calabar the capital of Cross River State. in 2011 and subsequently registered under the laws of the Federal Government of Nigeria through the Corporate Affairs Commission in 2012.
It is a non-profit, non-religious and non-political organization. APCN is endorsed and enjoys the support of all Tourism and hospitality agencies in Nigeria. APCN is a registered member of the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN). With a wide range of National and international affiliations, APCN has it presence in the thirty-six states of the federation including FCT –Abuja
The Association partners with the Chartered Institute of Hospitality, Tourism and Management to ensure a unified qualification framework for its members where registered members of the Association acquires international training.
The association amplifies culinary connectivity through competitions, and educational programs, creating ecosystems where professionals exchange ideas, benchmark skills, and drive industry evolution
The Association of Professional Chefs Nigeria empowers its members by actively creating pathways to prestigious culinary competitions, both locally and globally through structured programs and partnerships.

Our Mission Statement
To be the leading culinary organization in Nigeria, promoting excellence, innovation, and professionalism in the culinary industry, while fostering a community of skilled Chefs who contribute to the growth and development of Nigeria’s cuisines.
To set standards in the culinary profession in Nigeria, provide expertise support to the hospitality industry and promote Nigeria’s food culture in order to enhance the food tourism potentials of the country.

Our Members
Discover our membership of professionals, hospitality schools and companies all over Nigeria
Our Board
Meet leaders and pioneers of the Association of Professional Chefs Nigeria


Awards and Medals
Explore Nigerian Chefs medals and awards, in recognition of their commitment to advancing the culinary arts profession.
Our Mission Statement
To be the leading culinary organization in Nigeria, promoting excellence, innovation, and professionalism in the culinary industry, while fostering a community of skilled Chefs who contribute to the growth and development of Nigeria’s cuisines.

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History
Putting the country on the global food map is commitment therefore it became imperative for the Association to take Nigeria’s food tourism on its shoulder as the representatives of the country in Turkey, Johannesburg, Accra, Freetown, Lome etc.

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