The Association of Maîtres Cuisiniers de France, made up of only ~500 French Chefs worldwide, employs nearly 10,000 qualified people and is also closely involved in the activities of the Regional Commissions for vocational diplomas and certificates granted by specialized schools. It participates actively in action to promote products of “top quality”, such as the Red Labels and “Appellations d’Origine Contrôlée”, or European signs of quality, such as the IGP, AOP and STG. The chef elected by his peers to preside over the U.S-Canadian delegation will adapt and interpret the mission directives of the worldwide Association des Maîtres Cuisiniers de France (MCF) as long as they “maintain and develop the spirit of friendship, brotherhood and solidarity among its members”. Assisted in the task by a Secretary, the delegate (aka President) ensures that all rules and statutes are respected, both financially and morally. Current President Jean-Louis Dumonet is the fourth US-Canada delegate to be nominated by the President of the Executive Committee of the Maîtres Cuisiniers de France. Previously in his stead were: Joseph Castaybert (1964-1974), André Soltner (1974-1994), Jean-Yves Piquet (1994-2006).