Chef Can was born in Ankara in 1984,  graduated from Ankara Anatolian Hotel and Tourism Vocational High School in 2002 and went on to study Hotel and Tourism Management at university. Since graduating he has worked as an Executive Chef for the royal families and senior groups in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia as well as Head Chef at Café de Paris - French Institute and English Embassy.

He has worked in many renowned restaurants receiving awards for ‘the best steak house’ and a ‘Michelin recommended restaurants during his 26 years experinced culinary career. Can started his yachting career in 2013 and has been working in this industry for 12 years on yachts ranging from 32-54 metres. He loves adding molecular and fusion touches to the basic cooking techniques. Among his other passions, motor sports and renovation are at the top of his list.