THE-ICE

THE-ICE is delighted to welcome FERRANDI Paris, France, to its global network as the newest Accredited Member!

Founded over a century ago, FERRANDI Paris stands as a beacon of excellence in culinary and hospitality education. As a member of the Conférence des Grandes Ecoles (CGE) and the CCI Paris Ile-de-France Education network, the institution has a proud legacy of training the elite in gastronomy and hospitality to drive innovation and renewal in France and beyond.

FERRANDI Paris is more than a school—it is a hub of discovery, creativity, and collaboration. With a curriculum blending mastery of fundamentals, innovation, managerial and entrepreneurial skills, and practical learning in real-world settings, the institution prepares its students to excel in the ever-evolving culinary and hospitality industries.

The school boasts an impressive global reputation, producing generations of distinguished chefs and hospitality managers celebrated for their signature creations and forward-thinking approaches. Its vibrant community attracts students from around the world, offering a unique environment where cuisine, management, art, science, and technology converge.

With five campuses across France (Paris, Saint-Gratien, Rennes, Bordeaux, and Dijon), FERRANDI Paris hosts 2,500 students, trains 2,000 adults annually, and employs 200 instructors, including top-tier professionals and educators. The school achieved a remarkable 98% exam pass rate in 2024 and a 93% employment rate within seven months for its 2023 graduates, underscoring its commitment to excellence.

As a standard-bearer of the French art of hospitality and a member of prestigious organizations like the Interdepartmental Council of Tourism and the Atout France Strategic Committee, FERRANDI Paris continues to shape the future of the hospitality industry.

THE-ICE is proud to welcome FERRANDI Paris to our dynamic network and looks forward to supporting its ongoing contributions to global culinary and hospitality education.

As you may be aware, KOTO (Know One, Teach One) is one of our Corporate Social Responsibility partners, and THE-ICE sponsors individual trainees over their 2-year training journey with KOTO.

Our most recent success story is Vuong Thanh Tra of class 40 who graduated this year, supported by the sponsorship of THE-ICE. She celebrated her success at the KOTO Graduation and 25th Anniversary showcase. You can watch their highlight video, including a short appearance from Tra, by following this link.

Earlier this year, Tra undertook an internship at Vice Ocean Restaurant at the Hyatt Regency resort, where she was able to practice her learned skills in a professional environment. Tra was described as a highly independent and mature professional who demonstrated strong teamwork skills. She was able to practice leading her team and continues to focus on improving and building on these skills to ensure the success of any group she manages in the future.

Tra’s goal for the next 3 years is to become a leader and inspire young people to choose their own development paths regardless of their backgrounds and circumstances. We are proud to have supported her in her journey and of her success in the program and are committed to ensuring similar outcomes in the future as we continue our partnership with KOTO in the coming years. To learn more about KOTO and THE-ICE’s partnership click here.