Awards

We Recognise Dedication and Creativity

Award Types

Chefs League recognises the dedication, mastery and creativity of chefs with three distinct medal types — each reflecting exceptional achievement.

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Silver Medal

Professional excellence — awarded for craftsmanship, consistency, and technical mastery.

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Honorary Insignia

Community service and mentorship — an insignia given for shaping the chefs of tomorrow.

How to Earn

Medal Award
Process

Nomination

Members and the jury panel put forward candidates. The nomination form is completed and submitted to the Chefs League section along with supporting documents.

Evaluation

The international jury panel independently evaluates nominees' portfolios, competition results and professional contributions.

Ceremony

The names of the winners are announced at the Chefs League annual ceremony. Medals are presented officially and recognised by the international professional community.

Award Recipients

Recognised Chefs

The list of chefs distinguished by their diligence, creativity and professional achievements is updated annually.

Silver Medal

Leyla Hasanova

2024

Honorary Badge

Rauf Aliyev

2023

★ Gold Medal

Nigar Guliyeva

2023

Silver Medal

Kamran Ismayilov

2022

Honorary Badge

Sabina Najafova

2022

Learn more about our awards system