“Our strategic sponsorship with Worldchefs elevates the caliber of our programs, connecting us to a global culinary network of 12 million professionals, including top Michelin-star chefs, and shining a spotlight on Saudi Arabia’s burgeoning food culture.” — Academy Director

One of the Academy’s proudest achievements is forging a strategic sponsorship with the World Association of Chefs Societies (Worldchefs), a prestigious global alliance recognized for setting top-tier culinary benchmarks. This collaboration includes:

1. Accreditation & Global Visibility

First Culinary Academy in Saudi Arabia to earn Worldchefs endorsement, positioning CATRION at the cutting edge of culinary excellence.

Features in the Worldchefs magazine on two occasions, a testament to the Academy’s growing reputation.

2. Award Recognition

During the Worldchefs Congress 2024 in Singapore, CATRION received the Worldchefs Recognition of Honor Award, a notable award for its progressive approach and high professional standards, a milestone that further cements its international standing.

3. Access to a 12 Million Chef Network

Through Worldchefs, the Academy taps into a global pool of experts and Michelin-level personalities, boosting learning opportunities for local talent and accelerating knowledge exchange.

• Strategic Sponsorshipwith leading global culinary alliance
• Award at Worldchefs Congress 2024 in Singapore
• Magazine Features amplifying CATRION’s brand on the world stage
• Collaboration for curriculum design & sustainability modules
• 1st Academy in Saudi Arabia with Worldchefs endorsement

The Culinary Academy is poised to get accredited in the coming year as a Higher Training Institute, and is currently developing 3 different programs, that will be available to the public.

• Culinary Fundamentals Program (3 months): A short but intensive training to bolster foundational skills for new hires or cross-functional staff.
• Culinary Arts Associate Diploma (1 year): A specialized track for Saudi nationals seeking mid-tier professional status in culinary arts.
• Culinary Arts Diploma with Airline & Catering Specialization (2 years): The first of its kind globally, bridging advanced culinary techniques with in-flight and large-scale catering operations, ideal for Saudi nationals preparing to meet Saudi Arabia’s rapidly expanding aviation market.

Future Accreditations & Funding

• TVTC Accreditation: Applying as a Higher Training Institute
• HRDF Funding: Aligning with national workforce development goals
• Launch: 2025 programs set to integrate with CATRION’s broader strategy for employee empowerment

The Culinary Academy acts as the talent engine powering CATRION’s gastronomic vision, merging rigorous training, international recognition, and Saudi heritage to produce a new generation of skillful and sustainability-minded chefs. By collaborating with Worldchefs and City & Guilds, the Academy fortifies its reputation on a global platform, elevating both the culinary profession and Saudi Arabia’s standing in world cuisine.

Armed with CORE Program successes, advanced equipment, and a pipeline of new diplomas set to launch in 2025, the Academy is on track to foster not only CATRION’s growth but also the broader culinary landscape, achieving synergy between local tradition, international excellence, and the Kingdom’s pursuit of high-caliber hospitality aligned with Vision 2030.