Chef Spendlove receives Presidential gold medal

President’s Medallions have long been a tradition of the American Culinary Federation (ACF). This very prestigious award honors those who have achieved excellence, dedication and loyalty in the advancement of culinary arts. Recently, ACF President, Chef John Kinsella, CMC, CCE, AAC presented Sullivan Chef Instructor Derek Spendlove, CEPC, CCE, AAC, HOGT with the 2008 President’s Medal during the recent American Academy of Chefs gala.

“I was honored to have received such an outstanding award at such an incredible gala event. To be recognized by my peers in this fashion was truly a treasured and wonderful experience.” CHEF DEREK SPENDLOVE, CEPC, CCE, AAC, HOGT Chair, Baking & Pastry Artss