Catering and Hospitality Course Leader (Chef Lecturer/Tutor)

Burton and South Derbyshire College; Burton-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Burton and South Derbyshire College seeks a talented Chef Lecturer to lead the Catering and Hospitality department. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 3 Professional Cookery qualification, with a passion for teaching and mentoring students. This full-time role offers competitive salary and numerous benefits in a vibrant academic environment.

Benefits

Generous pension schemes

Flexible working policies

Excellent staff training programme

On-site nursery with Good Ofsted rating

Access to onsite gym

Staff discounts at restaurant and salon

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering professional cookery qualifications preferred.
• Qualified to at least Level 3 in Professional Cookery.
• Willingness to achieve Level 2 English and Maths.

Responsibilities

• Teach and inspire learners in hospitality and catering.
• Produce outstanding food and deliver training effectively.
• Support students to achieve their qualifications.

Skills

Professional Cookery

Teaching

Motivation

Education

Level 3 Professional Cookery qualification

Level 2 English and Maths

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Catering and Hospitality Course Leader (Chef Lecturer/Tutor)

Catering and Hospitality Course Leader (Tutor)
Full time, 37 hours per week
£29,249 - £34,948 per annum
Burton on Trent, Town Centre Campus

Who are we looking for?

We are looking to recruit a talented Chef Lecturer to join our current Hospitality department at Burton and South Derbyshire College.

The successful applicant will be an accomplished Chef who can produce a wide range of outstanding food, and can teach, motivate and inspire learners to achieve the same. Ideally, but not essential, with experience of delivering professional cookery qualifications.

Applicants must hold a Level 3 Professional Cookery qualification, and the College welcomes applications from seasoned Chefs who desire to pursue a career in further education. We are happy to offer training for individuals to gain a recognised teaching qualification alongside this role.

Applicants should be qualified to, or willing to work towards, Level 2 English and Maths. Evidence of qualifications is required.

Why come and work for us?

Burton and South Derbyshire College is an Ofsted outstanding College. We value our employees and have a number of additional benefits to offer the successful applicant:

• Generous pension schemes for academic and support staff
• Generous holiday plans
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working policies
• Competitive maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Excellent staff training programme, including two staff development days per year
• On-site nursery with Good Ofsted rating
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free annual eye tests
• Access to our onsite gym
• Staff discounts at our fine dining restaurant, The Mulberry, our Mulberry Bistro and Innovations Hair and Beauty salon
• Reward and recognition through our Employee of the Month scheme

Burton and South Derbyshire College are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive cultureand you should share those values. We would welcome applications from all candidates, including under-represented groups in respect of age, disability, sex, gender or gender identity, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation or transgender status which would reflect our diverse community.

The College is registered with the Disclosure and Barring Service and the successful applicants for this post will be required to apply for the Disclosure at the enhanced level. In addition, internet searches will be undertaken in accordance with the KCSIE guidance. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are committed to a sustainability agenda and are working hard towards achieving a net zero environmental impact. We aim to embed this in our culture with our staff, learners, visitors and suppliers all expected to show dedication towards reducing our carbon footprint.

The closing date for receipt of applications is12 noon, Friday 11th July 2025. Please see our “Work For Us” page on the College website for more information on how to complete the application. Please note late applications are not acceptable.