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The Sustainable Gastronomy certification offers the gastronomy sector the opportunity to make sustainability its distinctive value.

Benefits of certification

1. Strengthening brand image

Certification strengthens the establishment’s identity and reputation, making its ethical values and commitment to sustainable development visible to customers, suppliers and society.

2. Building customer loyalty

More and more consumers are looking for responsible dining options. Certification helps connect with this increasingly aware and committed audience.

3. Optimising resources

Integrating sustainable practices improves efficiency in the use of raw materials, water, energy and supplies, reducing both costs and waste.

4. Improving management

Adopting sustainable practices strengthens teams, reinforces commitment to organisational values and fosters a sense of belonging.

5. Aligning internal commitments with the SDGs

Certification strengthens social responsibility strategies and contributes to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), such as responsible consumption, gender equality and decent work.

6. Institutional recognition

The certification is backed by respected independent organisations, reinforcing the commitment to a more sustainable model of gastronomy.

Certification process

1

Certification application

The certification commitments and requirements are reviewed, and a formal application is submitted.

Objective: to ensure that the process is clearly understood and to confirm the organisation’s interest in undertaking it.

2

Initial assessment

An internal assessment is carried out to identify the extent to which the criteria are being met: waste management, local sourcing, energy efficiency, and so on.

Objective: to identify strengths and areas for improvement before the external evaluation begins.

3

Defining the certification level

Based on the results of the initial assessment, the target level is defined (basic, advanced or excellence).

Objective: to adapt the goal to the organisation’s reality and ambition.

4

Internal preparation

All required documentation is organised and compiled, improvements are implemented where necessary, and staff receive training on appropriate sustainable practices.

Objective: to ensure that all documentation is ready for the external audit.

5

External evaluation

An accredited independent organisation verifies that the establishment meets the requirements. This may include on-site visits, interviews and document reviews.

Objective: to validate compliance with the certification standards in an objective way.

6

Certification and recognition

The official distinction is awarded and may be displayed not only on the premises, but also on social media and through the certification’s own communication channels.

Objective: to publicly recognise this commitment to sustainable development and attract customers.

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