Carlton W. Brooks
CEPC®, CCE®, AAC®
Awards and Honors
1995
Arizona SkillsUSA Educator of the Year
2004
American Culinary FederationResort and Country Club Chefs AssociationChef of the Year
This ACF local chapter award recognizes an outstanding culinarian who works and cooks in a full-service dining facility. This person has demonstrated the highest standard of culinary skills, advanced the cuisine of America and given back to the profession through the development of students and apprentices.
2008
Semi Finalist Arizona Teacher of the Year
2010
Arizona CTE Program of the YearCommercial Baking and Pastry ArtsEast Valley Institute of TechnologyMesa, AZ
2011
CCAP (Careers Through Culinary Arts Program) ArizonaEast Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT)Culinary Arts/Commercial Baking and Pastry ArtsProgram and Co-Educator of the yearMesa, AZ
2011
American Culinary FederationPresidential Medallion #39President Michael Ty CEC®, AAC®, HOF®
The Presidential Medallion is considered the highest honor given by the President of the American Culinary Federation. It is presented in recognition of outstanding representation of the ACF fundamental principles, including superior strength of character and continued contributions to ACF and/or the culinary industry as a whole.
2015
American Culinary FederationChef’s Association of ArizonaChef Educator of the Year
This ACF local chapter award recognizes an outstanding Educator. This award pays tribute to an active culinary educator whose knowledge, skills and expertise have enhanced the image of the professional chef, and who, by example, has given leadership, guidance and direction to students seeking a career in the culinary profession. This person demonstrates the ability to help students define and develop their careers by using their skills and abilities to provide a strong foundation for their future success.
2018
American Culinary FederationPresidential Medallion #17President Stafford DeCambra, CEC®, CCE®, CCA®, AAC®
The Presidential Medallion is considered the highest honor given by the President of the American Culinary Federation. It is presented in recognition of outstanding representation of the ACF fundamental principles, including superior strength of character and continued contributions to ACF and/or the culinary industry as a whole.
2019
American Academy of ChefsService Award Pin
The American Academy of Chefs Service Award Pin is presented to academy members who demonstrate active participation, service and dedication to the Academy, the American Culinary Federation and the culinary profession.
2022
American Academy of ChefsService Award Pin
The American Academy of Chefs Service Award Pin is presented to academy members who demonstrate active participation, service and dedication to the Academy, the American Culinary Federation and the culinary profession.
2023
American Academy of ChefsJoseph Amendola Award
Joseph Amendola Award
The Joseph Amendola Award is presented to a Pastry Chef or Master Baker. This recipient has devoted their career to their profession and to the mentoring of young individuals who will be future pastry chefs.
2023
American Culinary FederationHermann G. Rusch Chef’s Achievement AwardWestern Region Nominee
This award, formerly the Hermann G. Rusch Humanitarian Award, honors chefs who have demonstrated the highest level of commitment to both ACF and the culinary profession. Such chefs, through their involvement with and contributions to ACF and our craft, have advanced the culinary profession and ensured the enrichment of students, our members and those in the profession. Candidates are worthy of carrying on the proud tradition of the chef for whom this award was named, Hermann G. Rusch, AAC (1907–1997).