Ted has been fascinated with food for his entire life. Artistic by nature, he was studying for a graphic arts degree when he realized he was more passionate about cooking for his roommates than studying other forms of art. He moved to Vail in 1993 and worked various kitchen jobs, beginning on the line and coming to realize that he had an inborn talent for analyzing flavors and creating inventive combinations. After working as a breakfast chef for a private retreat and cooking for everyone from CEOs to a prime minister, Ted took what he credits as the job that most shaped him as a young chef with the Grouse Mountain Grill. He stayed with Grouse Mountain for 10 years, eventually working his way up to Executive Chef, and still considers the owners and previous Executive Chef as his primary mentors in the field. During his tenure, Grouse Mountain hosted, among other events, the Bon Appetit Beaver Creek Culinary Festival for several years. Ted has had recipes published in Bon Appetit magazine and several cookbooks.

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Ted went on to open the food and banquet facilities for a new hotel in the heart of Vail Village, and from there he ran a country club restaurant for a brief time. After these two experiences in a more corporate environment, Ted was eager to have more control to create his own stamp on a place. He had long been a fan of Moe’s Original BBQ in Vail and spoke with the founders about opening a restaurant in Fort Collins. Moe’s Fort Collins opened in January of 2010. 

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Ted found that Moe’s gave him the ideal combination of freedom and structure; thriving on creating Moe’s everyday fare, but having enough time and creative energy to devote to special events. His multi course pairing dinners, which he offered several times a year under the Full Pull Supper Club banner, met with breweries’ and patrons’ unanimous acclaim and are known for elevating both food and craft beer in a 1+1=3 equation. 

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After 15 successful years with Moe’s, Chef Ted was presented with the opportunity to turn a long-held vision into reality. Drawing inspiration from his grandfather’s beloved service station in 1950s upstate New York, Ted set out to create a concept that celebrates nostalgia, craftsmanship, and exceptional flavor. In 2025, he opened Schneider’s Schnitzel Service with his wife, Ryan Corley as a place where handcrafted, from-scratch dishes are served with heart and soul. Located in the heart of Fort Collins, Schneider’s Schnitzel brings a unique and delicious twist to the local food scene, offering a taste of Ted’s culinary journey and honoring his roots.