BECOME A MEMBER
AHF Empowers Its Self-Operated Members
At AHF, we believe that self-operated healthcare foodservice is stronger when it stands united.
Our 1,300-member organization brings together chefs, dietitians, foodservice managers and directors to elevate the foodservice in acute care and senior living facilities. Collectively, we develop tools and services that defend and support our self-operated members.
Our Institutional operator members are the healthcare facilities and systems that manage their own foodservice. The institutional membership can be defined as a single hospital or senior living location where at least 1 foodservice operation is self-operated and not contracted to a third party.
If you are joining mid-year as a new member, your membership dues will be prorated based on the join date. If you still have questions, please contact [email protected]
Stay up to date with trends, best practices, and the latest in the healthcare foodservice industry. All of the publications are digital, plus receive the printed S.O. Connected quarterly in your mailbox!
Institutional (Operator) Memberships
1 CONTACT
$225
2 CONTACTS
$385
UP TO 5 CONTACTS
$545
UP TO 10 CONTACTS
$700
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

Benchmarking
Free access to AHF’s Benchmarking EXPRESS™ – AHF’s #1 Business and Financial Tool to compare your facility’s performance against other facilities. Know your data!

Online Education
Free accredited webinars and
online training courses to keep
you trained on the latest
techniques, topics, and trends.

Annual Conference
Impactful education sessions,
networking, and evening
receptions make AHF’s
conferences a must-attend event!
Earn over 15 CEUs by attending.

Industry Publications
Stay up to date with trends, best practices, and the latest in the healthcare foodservice industry. All of the publications are digital, plus receive the printed S.O. Connected quarterly in your mailbox!

Robust Online Community
The collective knowledge of 1300+ members available at your fingertips 24-hours a day! Share your expertise and experience with fellow self-operators in acute care and senior living.

Searchable Directories
Find the services, products, and
valued partners you need, when
you need them using the digital business partner directory. Additionally, find
operators using the searchable
member directory!
Business Partners Gain Unparalleled Access
AHF believes healthcare organizations and communities are best served by a foodservice team that is part of a facility’s own staff. We call these organizations “Self-Operated”. Self-operated facilities represent a growing percentage of all food and beverage purchases in the healthcare industry–a market that spends over $12 billion annually— and purchases of equipment, technology and services add billions more. AHF members that supply food, materials, equipment, technology or services to our self-operated members are called Business Partners. At AHF we take our partners very seriously. Our Business Partners are encouraged to serve, network, and even plan and organize AHF’s Annual Conference.
Business Partner Company: Includes one primary contact membership
1 CONTACT
$595
ADDITIONAL CONTACT
$195
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
AHF provides its Business Partners the following opportunities and benefits:

Networking
Business Partners are encouraged to attend and interact with the Operators during AHF events.

Branding
Sponsoring Business Partners are provided a hyper-linked brand on the AHF website.

Education & Thought Leadership
AHF reaches out to its Business Partners for expertise as it plans webinars, educational tracks, and content for its online and in-person events.

Membership Directory
All members—both Operator members and Business Partners—are listed on the online AHF Membership Directory.

Committee Engagement
As a member-led organization, AHF provides Business Partners opportunities to serve on a host of planning committees.

Industry Publications
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AHF Welcomes All Self-Op Advocates
From emerging professionals to foodservice veterans, we invite you to stay engaged with what’s going on in the healthcare foodservice industry. We offer a range of memberships at discount rates for those who are not directly working in foodservice operations but wish to stay connected.
Educator Members: Educators who are a part of a foodservice, dietetics, nutrition, or hospitality program
Retired Members: Retired foodservice professionals who wish to stay connected to the industry
Affiliate Members: Individuals who share the common goal of promoting self-operated healthcare foodservice and who do not qualify for any other membership (e.g. non-profit organizations)
ANNUAL DUES
EDUCATOR
$50
AFFILIATE
$75
RETIRED
$50
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
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AHF Welcomes Students to Join
AHF invites active students to participate in the Association as a valued student member. AHF offers insights into the healthcare foodservice industry, shares best practices and lessons learned, as well as provides pathways to build future leaders! Join today to learn more about the leadership and networking opportunities AHF has to offer. The connections and relationships you make are invaluable!
Eligibility: Students who are currently enrolled in an accredited foodservice, dietetics, nutrition, or hospitality program
Cost to join: Free
Take the first step by joining AHF, for free!
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
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Educational Webinars
Free accredited webinars and online training courses to keep you trained on the latest techniques, topics, and trends.

Online Community
The collective knowledge of 1300+ members available at your
fingertips 24-hours a day! Share your expertise and experience
with fellow self-operators in acute care and senior living.

Networking Opportunities
One of AHF’s top member benefits is networking. Build relationship with fellow healthcare foodservice professionals and vendor partners.

Annual Conference
Spend 3 days learning from the industry’s best and strengthening your leadership skills in the healthcare foodservice industry! Students receive a free registration to attend ($700 value)

Internship Opportunities
Inquire about internship opportunities at the AHF National level or AHF Local chapters across the nation.

Subscription to AHF Publications
Receive a digital and printed copy of AHF’s quarterly magazine, S.O. Connected! Stay in the know with e-newsletters S.O. in the Know and Self-Op Weekly Bites.

Searchable Directories
Find the services, products, and
valued partners you need, when
you need them. Additionally, find
operators using the searchable
member directory!

Awards Recognition
Build new recognition with peers, business partners, and advocates of the self-operated industry. The Future Horizons Award is one for new managers who excel and demonstrate leadership in their workplace and/or community.

Certification
AHF partners with professional organizations to bring you certification opportunities.