Les Dames d'Escoffier International Membership Application British Columbia Chapter Membership Criteria includes women who:

1) Have at least 5 years of professional experience, where they have demonstrated leadership, achievement and stature in the food, beverage, agriculture, aquaculture, or hospitality industry.

2) Support Les Dames d'Escoffier International's Mission, Vision and Basic Values of education, advocacy, and philanthropy.

3) Have the willingness to contribute time and talent as a member (we have work to do).

4) Meet LDEl's ethical standards and have no undisclosed conflict of interest associated with their membership.

5) Live or work in British Columbia/and does not live or work closer to any other Chapter of LDEI.

Les Dames d'Escoffier Code of Ethics

6) Receive a letter of recommendation from a member of Les Dames d'Escoffier International (BC Chapter or other).

The 2024 Membership Drive is open until July 15, 2024.

Applicants will be notified by August 1, 2024, and membership dues are due August 31, 2024.

Chapter Committees

To provide members with the opportunity to take an active part in the success of our Chapter, we have several committees. Members are required to join and actively participate on at least one (1) of the following committees*. Please select the committee(s) you are most interested in:

*Please discuss with your recommending Dame to understand requirements better if need be.

In Addition

If I am a member of a committee or task force, I shall contact the chairs when I am unable to attend meetings and shall keep them informed of activities performed before future meeting dates via e-mails and phone calls.

I will attend, contribute to, OR participate in at least 3 activities per year, including the AGM and 1 fundraising event. 

I will assist in mentoring new Dames when needed.

I will be an advocate for Les Dames d'Escoffier International with organizations and individuals that may be able to assist in volunteering, fundraising or other supportive roles — i.e., in-kind donations (financial or food or beverage).

I will become familiar with essential LDEI policies related to governance, business conduct and conflict of interest.

I will become familiar with Les Dames d’Escoffier International British Columbia Chapter (LDBC) policies related to governance, business conduct and bylaws.

Member Commitment

I understand the significant role I play in the organization. I will do my best to live up to my commitment as an active member of the British Columbia Chapter by abiding by the member requirements. I will also abide by the LDEI Mission and Guiding Principles as stated below.

Annual Dues 

The membership fee is $420 ($150 Les Dames d'Escoffier International Fees and $170.00 LDBC Chapter Fees plus a $100 induction fee). Dues are due August 31, 2024.

LDEI Mission

To inspire, advance and support women in food, beverage, and hospitality to achieve excellence in leadership and philanthropy.

LDBC Mission

Les Dames d’Escoffier British Columbia Chapter is an organization of women leaders in food, beverage, and hospitality whose mission is education, scholarship, and philanthropy.

LDEI Guiding Principles

The members of LDEI adhere to Guiding Principles that uphold the integrity, professionalism, and outstanding leadership, that our founders originally established for the organization. LDEI is guided in its decisions and actions by:

Philanthropy: We are committed to creating lasting change in our communities through focused philanthropy.

Diversity: We celebrate the value of differences among people and cultures throughout the world, in our communities and in our Chapters.

Leadership and Professional Development: We are committed to life-long learning, mentoring, career advancement and professional development for our members.

Professional Excellence: We subscribe to the highest standards of professional conduct, ethics, and integrity.

Innovation: We are committed to assuring continuing relevance and influence in an ever-changing environment through adaptation, innovation and openness and responsiveness to change.