Transform Your Culinary Business

Partner with Chef Taylor Corbett for menu development, fermentation programs, food waste reduction, and kitchen efficiency consulting. With global experience at kitchens like Noma and Central, Taylor specializes in helping businesses integrate fermentation, dry aging, and preservation techniques into modern menus—while improving operational efficiency.

From rethinking food waste to developing fermentation-forward dishes, consulting services are tailored to your kitchen’s goals, values, and workflow.

Instructor Credentials

Chef Taylor Corbett

  • Red Seal Certified Chef with TRAIN THE TRAINER certification
  • Honors BA from the International Culinary Institute of Switzerland
  • Experience at world-renowned restaurants including Noma and Central (ranked among World's 50 Best)
  • Specialized expertise in fermentation, preservation, and aging techniques
  • Former Executive Chef and Culinary Instructor at prestigious culinary institutions
  • Certified in Food Safety Training with experience training restaurant staff

Chef Taylor's teaching philosophy emphasizes practical skills development, understanding the science behind techniques, and fostering creativity through a solid foundation of culinary knowledge.

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Chef Consultant Services for Kitchener, Waterloo & Cambridge

Menu Development Services

Menu Development & Optimization

Transform your culinary offerings with comprehensive menu development services that enhance both creativity and profitability. We conduct thorough analysis of your current menu, identify opportunities for innovation, and develop distinctive new offerings that reflect your brand's identity while optimizing costs.

  • Seasonal menu planning and implementation
  • Recipe development and standardization
  • Cost analysis and menu engineering
  • Distinctive flavor profile development
  • Special dietary offerings (plant-based, gluten-free, etc.)

Food System Designs

Fermentation & Preservation Program Development

Implement innovative fermentation and preservation programs that set your establishment apart while reducing waste and creating unique flavors. Our specialized expertise can help you develop safe, efficient systems for incorporating these techniques into your kitchen operations.

  • Custom fermentation system design
  • Staff training on preservation techniques
  • HACCP planning for fermentation processes
  • Recipe development for house-made fermented products
  • Seasonal preservation planning

Kitchen Efficiency Services

Kitchen Efficiency & Food Waste Reduction

Optimize your kitchen operations to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize environmental impact. Our comprehensive approach evaluates all aspects of your kitchen workflow, identifying opportunities to improve productivity while implementing sustainable practices.

  • Workflow and kitchen layout optimization
  • Inventory management systems
  • Food waste audit and reduction strategies
  • Cross-utilization of ingredients
  • Energy and water conservation practices

Team Building Cooking Classes

Culinary Team Development

Improve your kitchen staff's capabilities through targeted training and development programs. Build a strong, cohesive culinary team with improved technical skills, better communication, and a shared commitment to your establishment's vision and standards.

  • Skill assessment and development planning
  • Specialized technique workshops
  • Kitchen communication and workflow training
  • Mentorship program development
  • Staff retention strategies

Schedule a Chef Consultation for Your Kitchen or Restaurant

Schedule a free 30-minute consultation to discuss your needs and how Chef Taylor Corbett’s expertise can support your kitchen, restaurant, or food business in Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, and surrounding areas.