Jennifer Backman

Jennifer Backman is the Executive Chef at Castle Hill Inn in Newport, Rhode Island, where she oversees the inn’s culinary operation, including Aurelia, The Lawn Terrace, the Mansion Bar, and catering offerings. She began her career at Castle Hill in 2005 and later worked in leadership roles at Ocean House Management properties and Providence’s Waterman Grille before returning to Castle Hill in 2024. She has also been recognized as Edible Rhody’s 2019 Local Food Hero and as a three-time James Beard House guest chef.