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    Chef

    Lei Jiang

    Discipline
    Chef
    Based in
    New York City, New York, United States
    Portrait of Lei Jiang

    i. Biography

    The Climb

    French Culinary Institute training sits in the background of Lei Jiang’s work at The Fulton, where formal technique meets a line cook’s understanding of production and service. Raised on a small island near Shanghai in a family deeply rooted in the fishing industry, Jiang brings a seafood-informed base to the kitchen vocabulary.

    Today

    The kitchen at The Fulton in New York City is led by Lei Jiang as Executive Chef. The role reflects day-to-day command, with Jiang responsible for the restaurant’s culinary direction in a high-volume New York setting.

    Recognition

    A clear marker in Lei Jiang’s resume is the move from Executive Sous Chef in 2021 to Executive Chef at the same restaurant. That progression inside one kitchen signals continuity in standards as much as promotion.

    FAQ What is Lei Jiang's current role? As of 2026, Lei Jiang is Executive Chef. Where did Lei Jiang train or study? Lei Jiang trained at French Culinary Institute.