LTB PHILIPPINES CHEFS ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP GUIDELINES 2014

I. Membership Categories:

A.   PROFESSIONAL members are currently practicing the profession as Chefs, Chef/Patron, Pastry Chefs, Butchers, Line Cooks – including individuals who are self-emplloyed or are Food & Beverage executives & personnel employed by the Hotel, Restaurant, Catering & Hospitality industry in the Philippines & overseas.
Professional members have voting rights.

B.  AFFILIATED members are individuals in food & non-food related organizations/companies as well as non-industry related individuals who share & support the aims of the association.
Affiliated members are without voting rights.

C.   CORPORATE members are nominated representatives of organizations or companies that are related to the F&B/Hospitality trade and are without voting rights.
Each organization is eligible to send not more than two (2) representatives per event to the gatherings of the Association.
A change of nominations and representatives must be notified to the Membership Committee in writing.

D.   ACADEMIA members are nominated representatives of educational institutions that are related to the F&B/Hospitality trade and are without voting rights.
Each organization is eligible to send not more than two (2) representatives per event to the gatherings of the Association.
A change of nominations and representatives must be notified to the Membership Committee in writing.

II.Membership Fees:

A. PROFESSIONAL members:     Php 5,000.00 per year
B. AFFILIATED members:            Php 5,000.00 per year
C. CORPORATE members:          Php 20,000.00 per year
D. ACADEMIA members:             Php 20,000.00 per year

  • All membership applications will be reviewed & approved by the Membership Committee of the Association.
  • Minimum age for membership is 25 years old. (The LTB Young Chefs Club accepts members 24 years old and below)
  • All Professional members who are fully paid with their membership dues shall have one vote each. There shall be no vote by proxy.
  • The membership fee may be adjusted by proposals of the Board of Directors with the consent of the General Meeting.
  • Affiliated & Corporate Members shall have no voting right. Their contributions in promoting & furthering the goals & objectives of the Association are welcome.
  • No member shall incur debts in the name of the Association.
  • All members shall observe the terms & conditions of the Membership and its renewal.
  • Members with overseas residence will be entitled to email & Internet communication only.

III.MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION PROCESS

1.Scan and email the following documents in jpeg or pdf format:

  1. Completed Membership Application Form ( Online Format also available)
  2. Your latest photo attached to the Membership Application Form
  3. Your updated CV and/or Resume
  4. Email all documents to [email protected]

2.The Membership committee will review your application at the next LTB Phils. Chef Association Board Meeting. You will receive notice within 30 days of your Application.

3.Once you have receive your Membership Approval, please deposit applicable membership dues to:

  • Account Name:        LTB PHILIPPINES CHEFS ASSOCIATION, INC.
  • Account No.:            089 708951 0763
  • Bank:                          METROBANK
  • Branch:                     A. ARNAIZ, SAN LORENZO BRANCH, MAKATI

****DO NOT MAKE PAYMENT WITHOUT MEMBERSHIP APPROVAL****

4. Email copy of Deposit Slip
 
IV.MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

Professional, Affiliated, Corporate, and Academia Members shall enjoy the following:

  • Access to all LTB Philippines Chefs Association events and activities.
  • LTB Philippines Chefs Association Membership Pin, to be worn at official LTB Phils. Events
  • LTB Philippines Chefs Association Membership ID Card
  • LTB Philippines Chefs Association Membership Certificate
  • LTB Philippines Chefs Association Polo Shirt
  • Special Discount at LTB Philippines Chefs Association Chefs Tables for Member and 1 guest
  • Free Entrance at the Philippine Culinary Cup/WOFEX
  • Special Discounts at LTB Philippines Chefs Association Partner Retailers
  • Eligible members may apply for World Association of Chef Societies (WACS) Judging Accreditation through LTB Philippines Chefs Association (for Professional Members)

Corporate and Academia Members shall enjoy the following: