Bert P. Cutino Professional Chef Scholarship Fund 2026

Bert P. Cutino Professional Chef Scholarship Fund

This scholarship program was created by the American Culinary Federation Monterey Bay Chapter in honor of renowned Chef, Bert Cutino. The mission of the fund is to educate and inspire local chefs with new techniques and knowledge to enhance their contributions to the culinary field and community. Scholarships are designed for existing Chefs, Sous Chefs or aspiring experienced cooks in a Supervisory/Lead Cook position, with approval from their Chefs, for continuing educational opportunities.
Scholarship Criteria:
This is a Professional Chef Scholarship program designed for existing Chefs, Sous Chefs or aspiring experienced cooks in a Supervisory/Lead Cook Position and with approval from their Chefs, for continuing educational opportunities.
1.General Application(Required.)
2.Applicants must live or work in the Monterey Bay Tri County Area or be an American Culinary Federation (ACF) - Monterey Bay Chapter member no matter where they live.(Required.)
3.Please tell us about your chef experience, accomplishments and future plans?(Required.)
4.Please upload a copy of your resume:(Required.)
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5.Please upload 2 letters of recommendation(Required.)
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6.What is the name of the class, program or seminar you are taking?(Required.)
7.How will this help your career or your current job?(Required.)
8.What is the cost of the program?(Required.)
9.What other financial assistance is available to you?(Required.)