Raymond Vaudard Medal Recipients

Recipients of the Raymond Vaudard Medal are recognized for their distinguished service to the Chefs de Cuisine Association of America, Inc. and their lasting contributions to the culinary profession.

Named in honor of Raymond Vaudard, a respected leader and devoted member of the Association, the medal celebrates individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment, integrity and leadership within the organization. It is awarded to those who have gone above and beyond in supporting the Association’s mission: strengthening its community, advancing its initiatives and preserving its traditions.

Raymond Vaudard Medal recipients are often long-standing members whose dedication has had a meaningful and sustained impact. Through mentorship, volunteerism and active participation, they embody the spirit of service that has defined the Association for generations.

This recognition reflects not only professional achievement, but also a deep personal investment in the success and continuity of the Chefs de Cuisine Association of America, Inc.

1970s
Jean Jacques Rachou (1970)
Joseph Tarantino (1971)
Horst Lummert (1972)
Barron Hilton (1973)
Karl Baumgartner (1974)
Jean Jacques Dietrich (1975)
Matthew Ryan (1976)
Gerold Berger (1977)
William Spry (1978)
NYC Community College (1979)

1980s
Haakon Blanken (1980)
Westchester and Lower CT (1981)
Robert Castillo (1982)
Edmond Kasper (1983)
Andre Rene (1984)
Johnson & Wales University (1985)
Walter Plendner (1986)
State University NY Cobleskill (1987)
Heinz Hautle (1988)
Nicholas Skelos (1989)

1990s
Irene Henderson (1990)
James Abby (1991)
Nino Procacci (1992)
Culinary Institute of America (1993)
International Chefs Big Apple (1994)
William McDonough (1995)
Joseph Melz (1996)
Lutz Lewerenz (1997)
Arlindo Fernandez (1998)
Gerard Campitiello (1999)

2000s–2010s
Philip Panzarino (2000)
Arno Schmidt (2001)
Peter Mosconi (2002)
Carlo DeGaudenzi (2003)
Gerald Byrne (2004)
Joseph Lanciani (2005)
John Luey (2006)
Ronald Styzer (2007)
Jean-Jacques Dietrich (2008)
Giovanni Lanzarotti (2009)
Kathryn Wayler (2010)
Jean-Pierre Stoehr (2011)
Jean Le Rouzic (2012)