Become an Accredited Consultants
The Accredited Food Waste Consultants for The PLEDGE on Food Waste are part of a growing network of sustainability champions, trained and equipped with tools and methodologies to bring food waste prevention solutions to food service providers.
Our consultants are eager to support them in the implementation of The PLEDGE on Food Waste certification by providing their expertise to drive positive impact while reducing food waste and operational costs.
Join our next cohort starting 9th September!
How They Support You

Training
Onboard client teams with structured workshops that build awareness, buy-in, and operational readiness.

Consulting
Guide clients through The PLEDGE's 70 criteria across six pillars, with practical implementation support at every stage.

Mock Audit
Prepare clients for formal certification with a pre-audit review that closes gaps before the official assessment.
What is an Accredited consultant?
Accredited Food Waste Consultants are trained specialists recognised by The PLEDGE on Food Waste to guide hotels, restaurants, and food service operators through the certification process. They carry The PLEDGE’s globally recognised methodology into their markets — combining technical knowledge, practical tools, and behavioural change expertise to deliver measurable results for their clients.
Accreditation isn’t a badge. It’s a business-ready qualification that gives you the framework, the toolbox, and the network to operate at the highest standard in food waste prevention consulting.
About the Program
This is a hands-on traineeship.
Developed and co-delivered by the founding team behind The PLEDGE, this 14-hour program distills over 13 years of on-the-ground expertise in hospitality sustainability and food waste prevention. It is technical, practical, and built for professionals who intend to implement.
Duration & Format
Live cohort last about 5 weeks, with 14 hours covering five modules.
Language
All our courses are delivered in English
Instructors
Program is delivered by our senior consultants and Global managers.
Who Should Apply?
- Sustainability, F&B, or hospitality consultants looking to add certified food waste services to their portfolio
- Corporate sustainability officers managing food waste reduction mandates
- Managers of food waste or circular economy solution companies
- Professionals seeking a credible, globally recognised specialisation in food waste prevention
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