About
Imrun Texeira
Imrun has appeared on Food Network’s Top Chef Canada and Chopped Canada, and regularly contributes to industry conversations through media appearances, keynote speaking, and hospitality leadership initiatives.
Beyond the kitchen, Imrun is a passionate advocate for mental health in hospitality. He actively supports the mission of The Burnt Chef Project, helping raise awareness and drive meaningful conversations around mental health, workplace culture, and well-being in professional kitchens. Through his work, he empowers chefs, restaurateurs, and hospitality professionals with strategies focused on performance, resilience, leadership, and long-term career sustainability.
Today, Imrun continues to work at the intersection of culinary excellence, hospitality leadership, and mental health advocacy, helping shape a stronger and more sustainable future for the hospitality industry.
Imrun Texeira is a Red Seal Certified Chef, hospitality leader, and keynote speaker with more than 17 years of experience in the culinary industry. Based in Toronto, Canada, he has trained in some of the world’s most respected kitchens, including the three Michelin-starred Noma in Copenhagen. His work blends culinary excellence with leadership, innovation, and a strong focus on the future of hospitality.
Recognized nationally and internationally, Imrun has received the Leader Award of Excellence from Restaurants Canada and the Alumni of Distinction award from Algonquin College. He was also named one of Canada’s Top 30 Under 30 hospitality leaders for his contributions to the industry and his commitment to developing the next generation of culinary professionals.
