Make a difference for Michigan children and families during an evening of entertainment, education and fine dining at ‘The Chef’s Table’ event hosted by the Pine Rest Foundation on Tuesday, April 22!
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Renowned Chef Andy, Executive Chef at Four Chefs Catering, LLC, will lead the evening, bringing his expertise and passion for food to the forefront. As you enjoy live cooking demonstrations and savor dishes such as tender marinated chicken breast, fresh roasted vegetables and flourless chocolate torte, you’ll learn about the progress and vision behind the Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health, scheduled to open in March 2026.
The evening will also include education about eating disorders in adolescents and how nutirition impacts mental health from Pine Rest psychologist Rebecca Busman.
The event takes place on Tuesday, April 22, 6:00 – 8:30 PM, at the Pine Rest Postma Center, 300 68th Street SE, Grand Rapids. Ticket proceeds will go toward the Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health, to support mental health care for children and families in need.
About Andrew Schultz, Executive Chef, Four Chefs
Andrew Schultz received his Associate of Applied Arts and Sciences in Culinary Arts at the Secchia School for Culinary Education. After culinary school, he completed a two-year internship in Hawaii and continued to work while helping fellow chefs and restaurant entrepreneurs pioneer a new restaurant.
Following Hawaii, Schultz traveled to Colorado to work as an Executive Chef for the Center for Creative Leadership. In 2010, Schultz accepted a position as Executive Chef at Aquinas College, allowing him to return to his native state of Michigan.
Especially important to Schultz is his vision of bringing healthy and locally sourced food products to Four Chefs Catering. His menus are built around the season or occasion with a fresh, contemporary approach to clean eating.
About Rebecca Busman, Psychologist, Pine Rest
Rebecca Busman is a master’s-level psychologist with extensive experience in the mental health field since 2007. Throughout her career, she has specialized in researching and treating eating disorders, staying at the forefront of advancements in the field. She is an active member of the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals and the Academy for Eating Disorders, regularly attending conferences and specialized trainings to deepen her expertise in dietary factors, treatment modalities and the medical implications of eating disorders.
Rebecca currently serves as the Eating Disorders Coordinator for Outpatient Services at Pine Rest and acts as a consultant for Eating Disorder programming within the Pediatric Partial Hospitalization Program. Her dedication to education and evidence-based treatment allows her to provide comprehensive, compassionate care to those affected by eating disorders.
About the Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health
Imagine a time when children receive urgent psychiatric services the same day! A healing environment where teens don’t wait months for psychiatric inpatient services. And specialty programming wraps around kids and their families who are navigating the challenges of autism, eating disorders, substance use disorders and other serious behavioral health issues.
That vision has been taking shape at our 68th Street campus since groundbreaking in May 2024. Visit the webpage for the Pediatric Center to view the latest construction photos and videos, learn more about programming, and make a gift to support this new, state-of-the-art space tailored specifically to meet the needs of Michigan’s kids.
Sponsorship opportunities are available.
For more information, call Graciela at 616.455.8680 or email Graciela.Alvarez@pinerest.org.
