The International Chili Society Announces 2023 Regional Contest Reps for Sanctioned Events

Contest Representatives are qualified individuals who represent ICS at sanctioned cook-offs. Contest Reps serve as mentors, sharing positive contest experiences, and are present to assist Contest Organizers in running an organized and fair ICS-sanctioned contest.

Contest Representatives' responsibilities include the following:

● Consult with Contest Organizers (as needed) during the event planning process

● Attend the contest & assist the Contest Organizer in conducting the contest

● Visit and greet teams during the contest

● Assist Contest Organizer in adhering to ICS rules and regulations   

> Resolve any scoring issues that arise 

> Resolve rule interpretation disputes or questions regarding judging

In addition to the responsibilities listed above, ICS Contest Representatives may also serve as Chief Judge/Scorekeeper by providing the following services:

● Supervise and coordinate the numbering & dispensing of cups to cooks

● Conduct Cooks Meeting

● Conduct Judge Meeting

● Supervise the judging process to ensure rules & regulations are followed