The Chefs Guild of Maldives (CGM) has announced opening for the nominations for Chef Awards 2024, an industry that has elevated the culinary profession within the Maldives to a global level and provided an ever-increasing number of passionate chefs, a platform from which to showcase their skills.

The CGM Chefs Awards 2024 is a biennial award to recognise achievements of those within the industry, to encourage, inspire and cultivate aspiring chefs and those professionals dedicated to advancing culinary arts within the Maldives.

The Chefs Guild of Maldives (CGM), was registered in October 2014 and is the first non-profit-making association, for chefs working in the Maldives. Endorsed by the World Association of Chefs Societies (WACS), CGM is the authorized Maldivian national culinary association.

CGM actively engages schools and the local communities in activities to promote the art of cooking and usage of local ingredients with a focus on retaining the customs, traditions and dishes that are in danger of disappearing.  The Awards will provide a forum to celebrate both local and international chefs, their achievements, and their impact on the local communities and the tourism industry.

By launching the Chefs Awards in 2022, CGM aims to use it as a platform to promote the culinary profession and the opportunities it offers throughout the Maldives to encourage the youth of the country, whilst acknowledging the talent and achievements of those within the industry. The goal is to develop a National Culinary Team to represent the Maldives in international competitions and forums, building on the achievements of those who have already represented their country and highlighting the depth and strength of culinary prowess within the Maldives.

CGM invites all chefs and all tourism establishments to apply for the 2nd edition of CGM Chefs Awards, local businesses and restaurants are encouraged to nominate their exceptional culinary professionals to compete for these prestigious accolades. The categories are open to all nationalities.

The categories and criteria for Chefs Award 2024 are:

1. Most Outstanding Executive Chef of the Year 2024

2. Most Outstanding Sous Chef of the Year 2024

3. ⁠Most Outstanding Competition Chef of the Year 2024

4. ⁠Most Outstanding Education Chef of the Year 2024

5. ⁠Most Outstanding Pastry Chef of the Year 2024

6. ⁠Most Outstanding Baker Award of the Year 2024

7. ⁠The Cake Artist Excellence Award of the year 2024

8. ⁠Most Outstanding Restaurant Chef (Non-resorts) of the Year 2024

9. ⁠Most Outstanding Young Chef of the year 2024

10. ⁠Recognition and Long Service Special Award

To nominate yourself or a chef you know who is worthy of recognition by CGM Chefs Awards,

Please fill out the following jot form and attach all relevant documents:

https://form.jotform.com/242163311972452

Click the below link to check the CGM Chefs Award’s Guideline and Evaluation Criteria:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CPcKHiMjaruHdMOLdKmRepFPw 3Gh6oK-/view?usp=sharing

 Apart from the Chefs Award, CGM has announced the following programmes and activities as part of the 10th Year Celebration.

Chefs Symposium 2024

A gathering of culinary experts to discuss trends and innovations in the industry.

Inauguration of the Young Chefs Club

Launching a platform to nurture and mentor the next generation of culinary talent.

CGM Culinary Yearly Magazine (“CHEFDOM”)

This culinary magazine serves as a comprehensive resource for food enthusiast, industry professionals, and anyone interested in the culinary arts.

Launching of the CGM Website

Enhancing accessibility and connectivity within the culinary community.

Launching of National Culinary POOL

The formation of a National Culinary Team is a prestigious initiative aimed at showcasing the exceptional talents and skills of our chefs on the global stage. The elite group of culinary professionals will represent our Nation in esteemed National and International competitions, contributing to the broader landscape of global gastronomy.

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Chefs Guild of Maldives (CGM)