Elaina Durante

Elaina Durante is an accomplished hospitality professional with over 19 years of diverse experience in the industry. Currently serving as Cafe Manager at Bon Appétit Management Company since March 2022, Elaina has previously held various managerial roles, including Manager at The Mary Lane with Blackfoot Hospitality and General Manager at Bâtard, where responsibilities included reopening during the pandemic and adhering to rigorous health standards. Elaina’s extensive background includes positions such as Service Manager at Cookshop Restaurant, Senior Manager at Aquagrill, and Adjunct Professor at CUNY New York City College of Technology, where knowledge and expertise were shared with future hospitality leaders. Education credentials include a BTech in Hospitality Management from City Tech, CUNY, and a Certificate of Completion in Wine and Beverage from the International Culinary Center.