New members must be proposed and seconded by two members of the Livery who know them personally, one of whom must be a member of the Court. Minimum age is 21 years old. Every member must undertake to support the Company by donating time, money, effort or expertise in order to help the Company achieve its aims and ambitions. Members are expected to attend all summonsed events unless they have a good reason to not.
Freeman (admitted by redemption or patrimony)
A Freeman is a new member admitted to the Freedom of the Company. To qualify, they will either be involved in catering, have links to the City of London, or a family connection to the Company.
Honorary Freeman (admitted by invitation)
An Honorary Freeman is chosen by the Court for their services to the catering trade; in recognition of their senior position in the Armed Forces; or for exceptional service to the Company.
Apprentice Cook (admitted by servitude)
An apprentice on the Cooks’ Apprenticeship Programme, who successfully completes both Level 2 and Level 3 in Professional Cookery, may be invited to join the Company as an Apprentice Cook.
For more details or advice on how to join the Cooks’ Company, please contact the Clerk.
