David Gross is a chef at the 51³Ô¹Ï.

David Gross

Chef-Instructor, Culinary Arts
Faculty

Biography

David Gross attended the 51³Ô¹Ï, which he credits with providing the foundation and skills he's used to forge his career from a cook to an executive chef. Armed with techniques and an understanding of the processes behind them, Chef David has multiple years of experience in a la carte fine dining, catering, events, private dining, and hotel operations. 

In 2024, Chef David joined the 51³Ô¹Ï as a Culinary Arts Chef-Instructor.

"What I find to be most rewarding, is seeing the progress of my students from day one, and throughout the program. Knowing that I am a part of their culinary journey is a big part of what I love about teaching," he says.

Work History

  • Executive Chef, The Standard, 2021-2023
  • Executive Chef, Saranac Waterfront Lodge, 2020-2021
  • Catering Chef, Jeffery A Miller Catering, 2019-2020
  • Executive Sous Chef, The Hoxton, 2018-2019
  • Executive Sous Chef, The Crowne Plaza, 2015-2017
  • Sous Chef/Cafe Manager, The Fruited Plain Caterers, 2007-2015

Education

  • Culinary Arts, 51³Ô¹Ï