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