Building the Global Standard for Food Waste Prevention
The PLEDGE on Food Waste is an international food waste certification and benchmarking system designed for the hospitality and foodservice industry.
Our Purpose- Fostering Change, Reducing Food Waste
Our Vision
A world where food waste prevention becomes the standard across every kitchen.
Our Mission
To empower hospitality professionals with tools, certification and guidance to reduce food waste and operate more sustainably.
Our Values
Sustainability, Transparency, Collaboration and Innovation.
Tracing Our Path: The Journey of The PLEDGE on Food Waste
Identifying the Problem
We were inspired by the accumulation of best practices across the food journey, from procurement to disposal, leading us to recognize the need for a structured approach.
Building the Methodology
Collaborated with sustainability and food professionals in the hospitality sector, we innovatively structured these practices into pillars, creating a step-by-step methodology for minimizing restaurant food waste.
Driving Industry Change
Our ultimate vision with The PLEDGE is to revolutionize the industry by promoting zero food waste to landfills. This will drive impactful change and ensure a sustainable future in which organic waste no longer pollutes landfills.
Today The PLEDGE on Food Waste works with hotels, restaurants, universities and corporate kitchens across multiple countries to reduce food waste and drive measurable sustainability impact.
"For chefs, The PLEDGE offers a structured method to translate principles into daily practice, while also providing external validation. In a context where sustainability is often claimed without substance, this level of rigor becomes particularly relevant."
— Walter El Nagar, Founder and Executive Director of Fondazione Mater
