Dr. Farhood Zafari Hashjin
International Hospitality & Culinary Arts Expert
Instructor – Richmond Hill College (Canada)

Dr. Zafari is an internationally acclaimed hospitality educator, consultant, and culinary arts professional with 35+ years of global experience. He is the Founder & CEO of Iran Chef Academy (I.C.A.) and has trained thousands of students across Iran, the Middle East, and Europe.

He holds an Honorary Doctorate in Management from Edmonton University, Canada, and serves as a member of Worldchefs and the World Master Chefs Society (WMCS).

As an international judge, keynote speaker, curriculum developer, and hospitality consultant, he has collaborated with top institutions in Canada, Malaysia, Europe, and the Middle East.
He now contributes his expertise to Richmond Hill College’s Hospitality & Service Industries Bridging Programs, supporting internationally trained learners in aligning their skills with Canadian standards