Meet Our Chopped for Charity Judge

We are excited to announce our Chopped for Charity 2025 Judge, Chef Lucmann Pierre!

Chef Pierre, a native of Haiti, is a James Beard award recipient and cookbook author who has earned a reputation for delectable cuisine and unprecedented service. Chef Pierre got his start with the Marriott Corporation where he was trained by some of the Culinary Institute of America’s top chefs, and in 2007, he launched Le Pierre Caterers. Recognized for his high level of achievement, he was named President of the National Association for Catering and Events (NACE) of New Jersey. Chef Pierre has been featured on the TODAY Show on NBC and several other media outlets. As owner and executive chef of Le Pierre Caterers, Chef Pierre blends his passion and more than 30 years of culinary experience and training to serve up a dining experience that pleases the senses.

Ticket holders at Chopped for Charity will have two chances to join Chef Pierre as a guest judge if you win the auction to join him. Chef Pierre is also going to be offering a Live Auction private dinner experience at Chopped for Charity. So get your tickets before we sell out. You don’t want to miss this opportunity!