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Australian Culinary Federation Jury Code of Conduct

As a member of the Jury you have a number of obligations that need to be followed to ensure the competition is judged professional and is successful for the organizing body.

1. Our education and certification qualify us to conduct professional judging; I approach these activities in a manner which reflects honor and integrity to our profession.
2. I will report for my duties at the time indicated or requested by the chairman of my jury team or for some unforeseen circumstance where I cannot, notify the chairman immediately.
3. I will dress according to the dress code as set out by the chairman of my jury team, and maintain a professional appearance during the duration of the show and any appearances related to the show or position whether on site or at a different location directly relating.
4. I shall not engage in slander or disrespect to a fellow member of the jury
5. I will judge fairly and without bias the tasks assigned to me as a member of the jury, this includes, race, religion, ethnicity, disability, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin and product presented such as ethnic, allergy, intolerances, or specific diet restrictions.
6. Support the efforts of professional chefs in learning new and innovative culinary techniques and at the same time improve my knowledge and skill-set.
7. I will ensure that I follow all the judging guidelines that have been set down by the WORLDCHEFS culinary competition committee if applicable and Australian Culinary Federation competition guidelines and not deviate from these rules and regulations.
8. Comply with all applicable laws and regulations concerning the culinary profession including local, state, and federal statutes in relation to occupational health and safety and any food safety guidelines and
9. Not engage in sexual harassment, disrespectful or abusive behavior in connection with my professional duties representing Australian Culinary Federation Jury.
10. Not engage in any alcohol or substance consumption in any manner that could adversely affect my performance or endanger fellow judges, competitors and general public and negatively affect Australian Culinary Federation reputation.
11. I shall refrain from using my position on the jury to influence others in decisions relating to the competition in favor of one or another.
12. I will only comment as a member of the jury to competitors during the period allocated and only discuss items that I have been in the jury team to judge.
13. I shall refrain from using my position as a member of the jury in such a manner as to state or imply items that may contravene or go beyond the scope of my position.
14. Be alert to situations that might cause a conflict of interest including sponsors of competition or have the appearance of a conflict and provides full disclosure to the chairman of the Jury.
15. All press related issues will be directed to the chairman of the jury and if approached, I will direct the media to the chairman of the jury and not engage in any publicity unless authorized by the chairman of the jury to do so.
16. I shall participate in the various activities associated that are required to be a member of the jury, including feedback, team meetings and kitchen inspections as requested by the chairman of the
17. Should I transgress from any of these rules of the Australian Culinary Federation jury code of conduct, I am aware that I may be removed from the jury and also removed from the Australian Culinary Federation Jury List in the future. I am also aware that national president and state president will be informed of the breach.

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