EcoChef

EcoChef and Chatham University are shaping a greener future for the culinary industry through a platform that provides accessible, cutting-edge education for culinary professionals, architects, designers, and hospitality leaders.

EcoChef is the first comprehensive certification program tailored to culinary and design professionals, focusing on electrification, decarbonization, and sustainability. 

Click here to sign up for the EcoChef Practitioner certification course.

EcoChef certificates empower professionals to lead the future of sustainable hospitality, whether through design or operations. By joining, you’re not only enhancing your career but also contributing to a healthier planet and culinary ecosystem. EcoChef is proud to partner with Chatham University to deliver world-class education.

—Chef Christopher A. Galarza, CEC, CCA, ECC, WCEC Co-Founder, EcoChef

What Is EcoChef?

EcoChef is a groundbreaking certification program designed to empower industry professionals with skills to integrate sustainability into their practices. The online course is asynchronous and self-paced, with up to 6 months to complete it. Our standards are endorsed by leading industry professionals and institutions, including the American Culinary Federation & Energy Star. 

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Interactive Online Learning

Enjoy flexible online programs featuring cutting-edge, interactive modules designed by Chef Christopher A. Galarza, a pioneer in sustainable hospitality. The EcoChef platform, developed with Chatham University’s rich sustainability legacy, offers a modular learning approach to elevate your design and operational expertise. 

Become an EcoChef Practitioner

The EcoChef Practitioner certification represents the highest level of expertise in the relationship between sustainable kitchen design and culinary operations. This program is tailored for professionals dedicated to mastering sustainable kitchen design and management. It is specifically designed for individuals who aspire to lead large-scale sustainability initiatives within their organizations.

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