Lionel Heydel

Chef Instructor, Culinary Arts

chef instructor lionel heydel
Location: Online
Favorite Dish: Chicken Cordon Bleu

"Let me motivate you by tasting your first Recipe for Success! Passion 2 cups, Consistency 1 cup, Discipline 1 cup, Dedication 1 cup, Mistakes (to taste), Learned mistakes (to taste), Fun 1 cup , and Stay Humble (to taste). I am ready to share all my knowledge and experience to feed your learning hunger without intimidation while enjoying every moment of this new experience together. Bon Appetit!"

Lionel Heydel

About

Chef Lionel Heydel is a classically French-trained chef who completed his culinary arts and hospitality education in Strasbourg, France. He refined his craft under Michelin Star chefs Antoine Westermann at Le Buerehiesel in Strasbourg and Michel Rochedy with Stephane Buron at Le Chabichou in Courchevel 1850. He is also the founder of I-Chef USA, a consulting and private chef service, and has brought his expertise to top-tier kitchens across the United States, including resorts, country clubs, fine dining restaurants, and an elevated farm-to-table restaurant.

With over a decade of teaching experience, Chef Lionel is known for his passion for hospitality and his commitment to mentoring and motivating students throughout their culinary journeys. His strong work ethic, proactive leadership, and deep respect for the craft have made him a respected voice in both the kitchen and the classroom.

Certifications & Affiliations

  • National Registry of Food Safety Professionals-Certified Food Safety Manager
  • La Chaine des Rotisseurs Bailli Buffalo NY
  • The Guild of Master Sommelier Level 1

Professional EXPERIENCE

  • Executive Chef & Founder/Owner - I Chef-USA
  • Chef Instructor - Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, Orlando FL
  • Culinary Arts Instructor – Florida Technical College, Orlando FL
  • Culinary Arts Instructor – Valencia Community College, Orlando FL
  • Hospitality Management Instructor – Valencia Community College, Orlando FL

Dish Examples

Seared Duck Breast

One of the dish that have challenged me quite often in my culinary journey !

seared duck breast

Education

  • Bachelor of Business Administration, Intercontinental University
  • Associates of Business Administration, Intercontinental University
  • Brevet d'etudes Professionnelles Culinary Arts, Lycee Alexandre Dumas
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