“Our people – especially our great chefs – are the heart of our company and our industry. Chef Appreciation Week is the perfect opportunity to recognize and thank all of the people behind the food.”
— Gary Green, CEO Compass Group North America
The Founders
2013: Ten years ago, Donald and Lisa Crutch co-founded Chef Appreciation Week to honour and recognise all those serving in the culinary industry.
2018: Compass Group USA partnered with the Crutch family to celebrate Chef Appreciation Week in our cafés and restaurants nationwide.
2019: When Donald Crutch unexpectedly passed away, Compass Group pledged to carry on his legacy with a commitment to make it a global campaign.
2022: Chef Appreciation Week is now the largest celebration of chefs and culinarians globally, supported across 30+ Compass countries as well as externally by other food and hospitality businesses.
