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Our Team

Evan Snyder,

Chef Partner

Evan is an intensely creative and driven chef whose decade of experience at the Michelin Star level has inspired and elevated his culinary vision for Emmett. As Executive Chef, he drives back-of-house operations in pursuit of continued innovation while adhering to unyielding quality standards. His insatiable curiosity for new techniques and flavors will challenge the boundaries of cuisine in Philadelphia and raise the bar ahead of a new era of Philly fine dining.

Chef Partner Evan Snyder
Managing Partner Julian van der Tak

Julian van der Tak, Managing Partner

After nearly a decade in the culinary field, Julian moved into vendor operations to further develop relationships with purveyors and an understanding of their practices with the goal of better navigating the non-culinary aspect of restaurant operations. His formative time in luxury hospitality has helped inspire an eye for front and back of house design, and a deep sense of guest-facing personnel culture that will shape Emmett’s atmosphere of thoughtfulness and inclusivity.

MARISSA CHIRICO,

GENERAL MANAGER

Having served as the Front of House and Beverage Manager for River Twice in East Passyunk for the last two years, Marissa cares deeply about connecting guests with locally sourced ingredients and wines that have been both sustainably farmed and thoughtfully crafted. She’s looking forward to bringing that same hospitality to Emmett, where she will again manage the front of the house as well as build and maintain the wine program.

General Manager Marissa Chirico
Bar Manager Petra Manchina

Petra Manchina,

Bar Manager

Petra is a seasoned industry professional who moved to Philadelphia in 2017, quickly falling in love with the state’s vibrant spirits scene. She’s managed at Philadelphia Distilling and Manatawny Stillworks, and collaborated with top local brands like Eight Oaks and New Liberty. Focusing on highlighting seasonal flavors and utilizing products from local farms, Petra plans on working closely with the kitchen to develop a constantly changing cocktail program.

Victoria van der Tak,
Media Strategist

Victoria’s proven track record of growth in restaurant marketing is driven by her passion for brand engagement, image management, and social trends. A lifetime of patronage in fine dining has also shaped her deep understanding of the guest experience, and how to engage audiences across markets and demographics. Her expertise in these areas will help build Emmett’s reputation throughout its operational life.

Media Strategist Victoria van der Tak
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