Culinary Journey
Over the past decade, Chef Loving has earned numerous awards and medals in both local and international culinary competitions. His achievements include recognition from the prestigious American Culinary Federation, where he consistently excelled among top chefs. Additionally, as a key member of the Michigan Culinary Olympic Team, Chef Loving has showcased his talent on the global stage, demonstrating his commitment to culinary excellence and innovation. His accolades reflect not only his technical skills but also his ability to push the boundaries of modern cuisine.
HONORS & PROFESSIONAL AWARDS
2016- ACF Gold Medal Food Mystery Basket, Ohio
2016- ACF Gold Medal Hot Food Mystery Basket, Michigan
2015- WACS Bronze Medal: Cold Festive/Buffet Platter, Toronto Culinary Salon
2015- WACS Bronze Medal: Six Individual Plated Appetizers, Toronto Culinary Salon
2015- ACF Gold Medal Hot Food Mystery Basket, Michigan
2014- WACS Gold Medal: Hot food Competition, Singapore
2014- ACF Silver Medal Hot Food Mystery Basket, Ohio
2012- ACF Gold Medal Hot Food Mystery Basket, Maryland Best of Show
2012- ACF Gold Medal Hot Food Mystery Basket, Michigan
2012- Member of Michigan Culinary Team Bronze Medal Culinary Olympics
2012- Awarded Certification as Hospitality Educator (CHE)
2010- Selected as Executive Chef for the 2010 FIBA World Championship for Men held in Istanbul, Turkey
2010- C.C.A. Certification, American Culinary Federation
2010- Gold Medal in two-man Hot Food Mystery Basket competition at Midwest Culinary Jamboree, Ohio
2009- First Place- Cream International Chowder Championship at International Shellfish Festival, Prince Edward Island, Canada
2008- Selected as Executive Chef for U.S. Men and Women's Olympic Basketball Teams- Olympics; Beijing- 08', London- 12', Rio- 16'; World Championships: Turkey- 10', Spain-14'
2005- Bronze Medal- Super Chef Challenge Team Competition (12 teams), International Food Service Expo, Flordia
2000- C.E.C. certification, American Culinary Federation
Culinary Adventure
Chef Shawn Loving, CMC
