Stand 44 Guest Chef Program

Collaborating with Local Chefs to Bring Creative, Seasonal Dishes Forward

  Guest Chef Program applications closed Friday, February 28. Four chefs will be selected and announced in early spring.


At Stand 44, we believe that food is an opportunity to celebrate creativity, community and sustainability. Since opening in Greenfield Village in 2024, the mission behind Stand 44 has been to prepare delicious, made-from-scratch dishes by chefs that showcase the best of local, seasonal ingredients. We're passionate about creating a welcoming dining experience where every meal minimizes waste and uses resources responsibly.

Introducing the Guest Chef Program:

When Stand 44 was established, we introduced our Chef's Table station by highlighting rotating dishes crafted by members of The Henry Ford's own talented culinary team.

In 2025, we're excited to expand on that idea and invite local chefs to apply and collaborate with us on our first-ever Stand 44 Guest Chef Program. This opportunity will allow local chefs to bring innovative dishes to life in a vibrant, mission-driven institution. If you are inspired by fresh, seasonal produce and passionate about sustainable foodways, this is your platform to showcase your creativity to tens of thousands of Greenfield Village visitors each month.

As part of The Henry Ford's broader commitment to edible education, Stand 44 is a place where food traditions are honored and a sustainable food future is shaped. Our goal is to foster a hands-on relationship to food that inspires our guests to choose fresh, local, and sustainably-focused dishes — prepared with care.

Why Join the Guest Chef Program?

  • Celebrate Local, Seasonal Ingredients: Highlight the best produce from our region in dishes that reflect your originality and culinary expertise.
  • Sustainability at the Forefront: Work in a space committed to minimizing waste and using resources responsibly, shaping the future of sustainable dining.
  • Be Part of a Broader Mission: Stand 44 and The Henry Ford are committed to preserving and celebrating America's food traditions.

The Stand 44 Guest Chef Program includes a stipend. Four chefs will be selected to create two dishes for Stand 44 for one month each from June through September 2025.

Applications closed Friday, February 28.