
Culinary Instructor
Culinary instruction in Kitchener-Waterloo-Cambridge for chefs, food enthusiasts, culinary schools, and hospitality teams.
Learn From a World Class-Chef
Chef Taylor Corbett brings his extensive culinary expertise directly to you—whether you're a professional kitchen, culinary institution, or group of enthusiastic home cooks. With experience from Michelin-starred restaurants and a background in specialized preservation techniques, Chef Taylor offers engaging, informative instruction tailored to your specific learning goals.
Our culinary instruction programs focus on practical, hands-on learning that demystifies complex techniques while building confidence in the kitchen. From mastering fermentation to understanding dry aging processes, each session combines theory with real-world application for a comprehensive educational experience.

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.
Instructional Offerings

Learn Cooking Skills
Professional Culinary Training
Comprehensive training programs for culinary professionals, restaurant staff, and culinary students. These specialized workshops focus on advanced techniques and can be customized to your kitchen's needs.
- Fermentation program development for restaurants
- Staff training in preservation techniques
- Meat aging and butchery masterclasses
- Menu development and seasonal cooking workshops
- Food safety certification training

Cooking Lectures
Guest Lectures & Educational Institutions
Chef Taylor offers specialized lectures and hands-on demonstrations for culinary schools, colleges, and educational programs. These sessions can be tailored to complement existing curriculum or introduce students to specialized techniques.
- Nordic cuisine and preservation techniques
- The science of fermentation and aging
- Working in world-class kitchens: lessons learned
- Sustainable cooking and food waste reduction
- Hands-on workshops for culinary students

Cooking Workshops
Private Group Workshops
Interactive culinary workshops for private groups, corporate team-building, or food enthusiasts. These hands-on sessions are designed to be engaging, informative, and tailored to your group's interests and skill levels.
- Introduction to fermentation workshop
- Seasonal preservation and canning classes
- Corporate team-building culinary experiences
- Custom workshops for special interest groups
- Home cooking skill development sessions
Book Your Culinary Instruction Session
Interested in having Chef Taylor Corbett instruct at your establishment, institution, or private event? Contact us to discuss your specific needs and objectives.