Jean-François Girardin is a renowned French chef recognized for his commitment to gastronomic excellence and the transmission of culinary expertise. After starting his career at the age of 15, he became a Meilleur Ouvrier de France in 1993. He worked in prestigious establishments such as the Ritz Paris under the direction of Guy Legay and devoted 32 years of his career to this institution.
Deeply involved in the training of young chefs, Jean-François Girardin presides over the « Un des Meilleurs Apprentis de France en cuisine » competition and served as treasurer of the Société Nationale des Meilleurs Ouvriers de France for ten years before becoming its president in 2018. His leadership is distinguished by his dedication to promoting craftsmanship and culinary innovation while respecting the traditions of French gastronomy.
