Charles Haracz joined Blue Plate as Executive Chef in June 2021. Chef Haracz spent 10 years with Bon Appetit at the Art Institute of Chicago where he oversaw all Culinary Operations for events including private internal events for the Museum and rental events for clients ranging from weddings to corporate events and galas. He also oversaw the 3 retail outlets at the Art Institute. Chef Haracz also served as Chef De Partie to Chef Tony Mantuano at the acclaimed Terzo Piano Restaurant at the Art Institute. Chef Haracz has opened several large national accounts for Bon Appetit including The Porsche Headquarters, Atlanta, GA which included 2 cafés and a restaurant, the MET, New York City which included 5 retail/Café outlets and Cleveland Museum of Art. He was also involved in securing the business for the LinkedIn office in New York City in 2017. In his role as Executive Chef, Chef Haracz brings his diverse culinary talent and experience to lead menu development for Blue Plate as well as oversee kitchen and field operations for a culinary team of more than 100.