Swiss National Culinary Teams
As the official sponsor of the Swiss national culinary teams, we are proud of what these chefs achieve. They represent Swiss culinary art at the world’s most prestigious competitions, including the Culinary Olympics and the Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie, and bring home medals and awards to Switzerland year after year. This success is no accident: it is the result of years of training, the highest standards, and a passion for gastronomy that drives us at Gastroimpuls every day. We support the national teams and the Junior National Culinary Team because we believe in the power of professional cuisine and want to actively help shape this path.
Two teams
Our sponsorship covers two teams: the Swiss National Culinary Team and the Swiss Junior Culinary Team. Both embody passion, precision, and a commitment to representing Swiss culinary art on the international stage.
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Contests
The Swiss national culinary teams regularly compete in the world’s most prestigious culinary competitions. Whether at the Culinary Olympics or the World Culinary Championships, Switzerland is always represented on the international stage, setting the standard with passion and skill.
Alumni
Anyone who has ever competed for the Swiss National Culinary Team remains part of a special community. The alumni association keeps the network of former team members active and offers regular opportunities to stay in touch with long-time colleagues.
Our Commitment
We are deeply committed to supporting the next generation of professionals and actively work to promote the restaurant industry and make it appealing to future generations. After all, a strong industry starts with the people who shape it through their passion and skill.
A Success Story
Dive into the success story of the Swiss National Culinary Team. From world championship titles and Olympic gold medals to their next big goals. Here you’ll find the key milestones of a team that embodies Swiss culinary art on the international stage.
2026
The Swiss National Culinary Team is working hard to prepare for the 2026 Culinary World Cup in Luxembourg. With creativity, passion, and a strong team of eight top chefs from across Switzerland, the team is heading into the competition with a clear goal: to defend its world championship title.
2024
At the Culinary Olympics in Stuttgart, the Swiss national culinary team won two gold medals and one silver medal. This outstanding achievement is a striking testament to the high standard of Swiss culinary art.
2022
World Champions. The Swiss National Culinary Team has won the Culinary World Cup in Luxembourg, capping off an intensive preparation phase with the top prize in international culinary competition.
2021
The national culinary team is regrouping for the 2022 World Cup. With experienced coaches and a well-coordinated team led by team manager Tobia Ciarulli, preparations are underway in Luxembourg. Joining the team is chocolatier Jorge Cardoso, who won gold for best display piece in 2018.
2020
At the Culinary Olympics in Stuttgart, the Swiss national culinary team finished 7th overall. They won gold for their three-course meal for 110 people and silver at the Chef's Table. A strong performance at the highest international level.
2018
At the Culinary World Cup in Luxembourg, the Kochnati team narrowly missed the podium, finishing in fourth place. They took home gold medals in both the Cold Table and Hot Kitchen categories. Two gold medals for outstanding culinary craftsmanship.
2016
At the Culinary Olympics in Erfurt, the Swiss national culinary team earned the bronze medal in the overall standings with 184.58 points, finishing behind Singapore and Finland. The junior national culinary team took home the silver.
2014
At the FHA Culinary Challenge in Singapore, the Swiss National Culinary Team won silver in the overall standings, gold in both the hot and cold cuisine categories, and silver in the pastry category. At the Culinary World Cup in Luxembourg, they won gold in the cold show category and silver in the hot table category.
