The New England Center is pleased to welcome back Alan Beck as the new Executive Chef of Acorns Restaurant. A native New Englander and Certified Executive Chef from the American Culinary Federation, Alan returns after a decade of service within UNH’s hospitality operations. He enjoys working with Italian cuisine because of range and diversity of flavors, and feels that good food is always a way to connect with other people. Says Alan, “Good food is a universal. No matter where you are from, if the food is good it will translate,”
Alan wishes to thank Ralph Coughenour for aiding his advancement throughout his career at UNH, and looks forward to the opportunity to continue his service to the community.
Outside of work Alan is an avid outdoorsman, enjoying camping, hiking and a variety water sports. In 2000 he earned his Maine white water rafting guide’s license. He is also a father of three, ranging from 12 to 18 years old.
Joseph Schena
