Hospitality that is
‍Elevated, Human, and Deeply Connected to Community

At Chelsea Hospitality, we create community-centered hospitality experiences that bring people together, deepen connection, and reveal the power of hospitality. From our restaurants to cafés to boutique hotels and cultural spaces, hospitality is the fabric that ties people together — grounding us in what truly matters.
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Restaurants

Spaces to Gather, Share, and Connect
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Hotels

Boutique concepts that restore, inspire, and feel timelessly yours.
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Cafés

Elevated, Connected Daily Rituals
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Communities

Where Private and Public Come Together
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People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.

— Maya Angelou
our team

The Chelsea Hospitality leadership team unites expertise across restaurants, hotels, member clubs, and events—crafting spaces that elevate everyday life and strengthen the communities we serve.

Michelle 
Schneider

Chief Financial Officer
Michelle is an accomplished financial leader with more than 12 years of experience in luxury hotels, corporate dining, real estate, and amenity services. Known for her collaborative approach, she partners closely with clients and leadership to deliver successful outcomes for all stakeholders. Outside of work, she enjoys family life with her husband and two children—skiing in the winter and spending summers on the tennis court, at the beach, and poolside.

David Felton

Director of Food & Beverage
David is a celebrated culinary leader with more than 20 years in the food industry. A graduate of Johnson & Wales University, he trained with top chefs Michael Smith and Debbie Gold before opening 40 Sardines, a James Beard Award finalist. He later earned acclaim as Executive Chef at Ninety Acres @ Natirar, recognized among New Jersey’s top restaurants. At Chelsea Hospitality, David focuses on creating dining experiences that showcase the best of New Jersey’s local ingredients.

Jason Leeds

Founder
Jason grew up immersed in hospitality, gaining early experience with Dartcor, Ōme Caterers, The Peninsula Hotel, and Shake Shack. After a chapter in investment banking at Goldman Sachs, he returned to his passion—leading ventures at Nuts.com and opening a critically acclaimed New York City seasonal restaurant. With Chelsea Hospitality Group, Jason continues to champion hospitality’s power to bring people together, foster belonging, and unlock community potential.
WHAT WE BELIEVE

Rooted in the idea that hospitality is a catalyst for connection, culture, and community.

Hospitality is Art
We design spaces and experiences that make people feel seen, inspired, and part of something they want to return to — again and again.
Details Matter
From grand gestures to quiet touches, we curate design, service, and atmosphere to create magnetic experiences that linger long after the moment ends.
Food is Culture
We treat every plate, pour, and pairing as an opportunity to connect people — to a place, to each other, and to the moment they’re in.
Presence is Luxury
Hospitality is at its best when it’s all in — style, service, and soul working together, live in person, face to face, to create something unforgettable.  
Take Ownership
We lead by showing up—consistently, with care, creativity, and style. Through our actions, we create experiences that inspire and establish the standards others aspire to.
People at the Center
Every Chelsea Hospitality team member is a storyteller, tastemaker, and host. Their care, creativity, and craft turn our concepts into destinations.  
Hospitality is an art form
We design spaces and experiences that make people feel seen, inspired, and part of something they want to return to — again and again.
Every detail tells a story
From grand gestures to quiet touches, we curate design, service, and atmosphere to create magnetic experiences that linger long after the moment ends.
Food is culture
We treat every plate, pour, and pairing as an opportunity to connect people — to a place, to each other, and to the moment they’re in.
Presence is the luxury
Hospitality is at its best when it’s all in — style, service, and soul working together, live in person, face to face, to create something unforgettable.  
Leadership lives in presence and practice.
We lead by showing up—consistently, with care, creativity, and style. Through our actions, we create experiences that inspire and establish the standards others aspire to.
It begins — and ends — with people.
Every Chelsea Hospitality team member is a storyteller, tastemaker, and host. Their care, creativity, and craft turn our concepts into destinations.  
Hospitality is an art form
We design spaces and experiences that make people feel seen, inspired, and part of something they want to return to — again and again.
Every detail tells a story
From grand gestures to quiet touches, we curate design, service, and atmosphere to create magnetic experiences that linger long after the moment ends.
Food is culture
We treat every plate, pour, and pairing as an opportunity to connect people — to a place, to each other, and to the moment they’re in.
Presence is the luxury
Hospitality is at its best when it’s all in — style, service, and soul working together, live in person, face to face, to create something unforgettable.  
Leadership lives in presence and practice.
We lead by showing up—consistently, with care, creativity, and style. Through our actions, we create experiences that inspire and establish the standards others aspire to.
It begins — and ends — with people.
Every Chelsea Hospitality team member is a storyteller, tastemaker, and host. Their care, creativity, and craft turn our concepts into destinations.  

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Connection is why we’re here. It’s what gives purpose and meaning to our lives.

— Brené Brown
Careers
Do you believe in the power of hospitality to bring people together?
At Chelsea Hospitality, we’re always looking for people who share this belief. Whether you’re cooking in the kitchen, designing a space, or welcoming a guest, every role here shapes connection and community. If you care about details, lead with warmth, and believe hospitality can make the world feel more human, you’ll feel right at home with us.
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We are a part of Dartcor Enterprises, a family of brands united by one belief; hospitality has the power to inspire connection and strengthen communities. We carry that purpose into every environment, from workplaces to restaurants to events and cultural spaces. Together we are building a fabric of hospitality that ties people to what truly matters.
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