The Chef to Chef Conference directly addresses the unique challenges faced by chefs and food-and-beverage professionals within the club and resort industry—an often-overlooked niche in broader culinary events. Learn more here.

The 2027 Chef to Chef conference will be held on February 28-March 2, 2027 at the Tucson Starr Pass.

The Chef to Chef Conference is designed for executive chefs, culinary leaders and other food-and-beverage professionals working in private clubs and resorts. Whether you lead an established culinary program or are building toward your next leadership role, Chef to Chef offers practical education, fresh ideas and the opportunity to learn alongside peers who understand the unique demands of club culinary operations.

Pricing information can be found on our pricing page, linked here.

All event registrations are subject to the following refund policy:

Cancellations received more than 45 days prior to the event start date are eligible for a full refund, minus a $25.00 administrative fee.

Cancellations received less than 45 days prior to the event start date are non-refundable.

No refunds will be issued for no-shows or for tickets not used.

Substitutions may be permitted prior to the event at no additional cost. Please email [email protected] for more information.

In the event that Arrowfly must cancel or reschedule an event, registered attendees will be offered a full refund or credit toward a future Arrowfly event, at Arrowfly’s discretion.

Yes. Applications are now open for the Club + Resort Chef of the Year Competition, held during the Chef to Chef Conference. Eligible club chefs are invited to apply for the opportunity to compete live at Chef to Chef.

Learn more about the competition, eligibility requirements and how to apply here.

Business casual or chef coats are appropriate. To ensure your comfort, consider dressing in layers to adjust for temperature changes.

The Chef to Chef Conference will be held at the JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa, and we have secured an exclusive discounted room rate for attendees.

Hotel accommodations are not included with conference registration. Reserve your room through the Chef to Chef room block by February 4, 2027, to receive the discounted rate.

Book your room at the JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa

Yes, there will be meals available with your registration. To find meal times, visit the agenda here.

Please indicate any special dietary needs during the registration process.

Yes, WiFi will be available. You can find the WiFi name and password at the registration desk on site.

Yes. You may add a spouse or significant other as a guest during the registration process for an additional $1,200. Guests may attend meal functions and networking events but do not have access to conference educational sessions.

The guest rate is intended for spouses and significant others, not colleagues or other industry professionals.

Yes. To maintain a professional environment, all attendees must be 18 years of age or older. We are unable to accommodate children, including middle or high school students, at any of our sessions, exhibit halls, or networking functions.

Yes. CMAA members may submit verification for credits from the 2027 Chef to Chef conference. Credits are awarded based on one credit per hour of instruction, with a maximum of ten credits in seven days.

Yes, Chef to Chef is approved for continuing education hours toward the initial or recertification application for ACF certification. Please note: This program is not endorsed, accredited, or affiliated with ACF or the ACF Certification Program.

If you have additional questions, please contact the event team at [email protected].