Elevate Your Dining Experience with Chef Gybril

Norman Van Gelder (Chef Gybril)** Norman Van Gelder—widely known in the culinary and food-safety world as Chef Gybril—is a distinguished chef, educator, consultant, and humanitarian with more than three decades of leadership in the hospitality and food-service industry. His career began in 1993, but his dedication to excellence and service emerged long before he ever stepped into a professional kitchen. With an early academic foundation in Health Sciences, Norman combined scientific discipline with culinary artistry. He later attended culinary school and trained under renowned masters, including Claude LeCourt of Maxim’s in Paris, one of the most respected names in fine French cuisine. This blend of scientific rigor and classical training shaped his signature approach to food: safe, intentional, beautifully crafted, and deeply human.
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Personal Ayurvedic Chef/ServSafe Trainer and Proctor/HACCP
Discover the enchanting world of Chef Gybril, where culinary artistry meets food safety standards and protocols.
Chef Gybril continues to travel the world, immersing himself in diverse culinary traditions to expand his knowledge and refine his craft. His global journeys not only inspire new techniques and flavor profiles but also deepen his commitment to giving back. Through philanthropic initiatives focused on food education, community nourishment, and cultural preservation, he uses his platform to uplift others and create meaningful impact. Each destination he explores shapes both his cuisine and his mission, allowing him to grow as an artist while contributing to the communities that influence his work.

Services

  • Training and Certifications

    • We deliver engaging, practical training — ServSafe certified courses, HACCP workshops, allergen awareness, and manager-level certifications.
    • • On line ServSafe Food Handlers certification. For ALL" food handlers, includes ALL" restaurant staff who handles foods or beverages • On line Manager Courses and proctored certifications. Serv-Safe Manages Certification • HACCP systems, Basics & Advanced Workshops and certification • Alcohol training and certification. For ALL" employees who makes and handle any kind of alcohol, including Servers • On line ServSafe Food Handlers certification. For ALL" food handlers, includes ALL" restaurant staff who handles foods or beverages • Allergen Management Training • Staff onboarding & refresher training and certification • Custom e-learning modules and assessments
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  • Expert Food Safety Consulting

    We are a team of over 25 yrs of experienced food safety professionals — former regulators, chefs, and quality managers — focused on practical, easy-to-implement food safety and certifications programs to comply with city and state regulatory agency laws. • Certified HACCP instructors • ServSafe certified trainers and proctors • On-site audits and 3rd party inspections

  • Private Chef and Catering Services

    • We are a team of experienced food safety professionals — former regulators, chefs, and quality managers — focused on practical, easy-to-implement food safety programs that work in real kitchens. • Private in-home dining experiences with full culinary execution and presentation • Boutique catering for celebrations, corporate gatherings, and luxury events • Menu development, culinary consulting, and event theme coordination • Ingredient sourcing, table-side services, and seamless event day management
Chef Gybril Certification Online – ServSafe Program
California law requires at least one certified food manager to be on-site at all times during food service operations. To meet this requirement, your establishment must have a manager who holds a valid California Food Manager Certification. Operating without proper certification isn’t just unsafe—it’s against the law. ServSafe, developed by the National Restaurant Association, is the leading food safety training and certification program in the industry. It offers essential certifications such as Food Handler, Food Protection Manager, Alcohol, and Allergen training, all designed to help food service professionals prevent foodborne illness and stay compliant with health regulations. Through Chef Gybril’s online certification program, powered by Always Food Safe’s state-approved online courses, earning your ServSafe certification is simple and accessible. Certifications validate critical knowledge in food handling, sanitation, and safety, with varying validity periods (for example, Food Protection Manager certifications are valid for five years, and Food Handler certifications for three years). Courses are available online or in person, allowing you to complete your certification on your own schedule, from the comfort of home—meeting employer and legal requirements with confidence.

Video Tutorials

Video No.1
Introduction to Food Safety
Video No. 2
Foodborne Microorganisms and Allergens
Video No.3
Personal Hygiene
Video No. 4
Purchasing, Receiving and Storage
Video No. 5
Preparation Cooking Serving
Video No. 6
Facilities, Cleaning and Sanitizing, and Pest Management
Spanish Practice Test
Examen de Practica en Español
Manager Practice Test 2026

A Culinary Delight

Chef Gybril's dishes are not only delicious but tell a captivating story with each bite. His attention to flavor and presentation transforms every meal into an unforgettable experience.
The professionalism and expertise Chef Gybril brings to food safety consulting are unmatched. His food safety guidance and certifications and HACCP system has significantly improved our kitchen operations and safety standards.
Chef Gybril’s modern approach to traditional cuisine has elevated our events. His catering services combine flavors from around the world, creating a memorable dining experience.
John Mendez
Jerry Derby-Restauranteur
Maria Thompson

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(323) 218-4638
Chefgybril@gmail.com
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