Brigade of professional chefs

Membership

Membership Categories

Seven distinguished tiers honouring every stage of the culinary journey.

Membership Tiers

Seven categories

From the home cook to the executive grand master, IMCC welcomes professionals and passionate enthusiasts alike. Each category is structured around clear standards, official recognition, and access to a global network.

01

Home Chefs

For passionate home cooks who pursue excellence in their personal kitchens.

Annual Fee

€90

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02

Culinary Students

For students enrolled in recognised culinary schools and academies.

Annual Fee

€60

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03

Individual Chefs

For working chefs seeking international recognition of their skill.

Annual Fee

€150

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04

Professional Chefs

For experienced chefs operating at a confirmed professional level.

Annual Fee

€220

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05

Executive Chefs

For chefs leading kitchens, brigades or culinary operations.

Annual Fee

€350

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06

Master Chef

Reserved for masters of exceptional career, technique and leadership.

Annual Fee

€600

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07

Corporate & Institutions

For hotels, restaurant groups, academies and culinary institutions.

Annual Fee

€1 200

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Official Pricing Structure

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Transparent, single annual contribution — no hidden costs.

CategoryAnnual FeeKey Benefits
Home Chefs€90Digital certificate · Member ID · Newsletter access
Culinary Students€60Digital certificate · Member ID · Newsletter access
Individual Chefs€150Printed certificate · Member card · Directory listing
Professional Chefs€220Printed certificate · Member card · Directory listing
Executive Chefs€350Engraved insignia · Premium kit · Priority access · Events
Master Chef€600Engraved insignia · Premium kit · Priority access · Events
Corporate & Institutions€1 200Engraved insignia · Premium kit · Priority access · Events

+ €150

Golden Chef Upgrade

Apply the €150 Top-Up to elevate your status to Golden Chef and unlock exclusive global benefits, priority placement and the Golden insignia.

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