Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer. Job in Hounslow Education & Training Jobs

Clarus Education; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An FE College in Hayes is seeking a full-time Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer. You will teach across multiple Hospitality programmes and require NVQ Level 3 qualifications with experience in the industry. The role involves engaging students aged 16-18 and supporting their educational journey. Apply by sending your CV to the recruitment consultant.

Qualifications

• Qualified to NVQ Level 3 in Catering/Hospitality.
• Experience of working in the Catering/Hospitality industry.
• Good classroom practice and experience in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach Hospitality programmes including VRQs/NVQs from Level 1 to Level 3.
• Engage and inspire young learners aged 16-18.
• Support students through continuous professional development.

Skills

Catering experience

Teaching ability

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Catering/Hospitality

Level 5 teaching qualification

Job description

Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer - Hayes - Permanent Contract

Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer
£32,455 - £45,260 per annum - Teacher Training Provided
36 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Permanent Contract
Hayes, London
Start Date to be confirmed
Deadline for applications 20th August 2025

At Clarus Education, we are working with an FE College who are seeking to appoint a Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer based in Hayes.

We are seeking a full time Lecturer to join the Cookery & Hospitality team, based in Hayes. You would teach across a variety of Hospitality programmes including VRQs/NVQs in Professional Cookery from Level 1 to Level 3, and Apprenticeship Standards - Level 2 Production Chef, Level 2 Commis Chef and Level 3 Chef De Partie. The section has a restaurant (Revisco) that is open to the general public.

You will need to be qualified to Level 3 in Catering/Cookery, with experience of teaching and in the subject area and experience of being a Chef in the Catering/Hospitality industry. You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to engage and inspire young learners aged 16-18. You will either possess or be willing to obtain a Level 5 teaching qualification, which the College will support financially in full over the two-year period of the course.

Person Specification:
Qualifications
• Qualified to NVQ Level 3 in Catering/Hospitality
• Level 5 teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector (DET or equivalent) or willingness and ability to work towards a Level 5 FE teaching qualification, supported by the College
• Assessor and Verifier awards or willing to achieve

Knowledge and Experience
• Experience of working in the Catering/Hospitality industry including experience of being a Chef
• Up to date knowledge of developments and trends within the Catering and Hospital sector
• Teaching and assessing experience in the area of Catering and Hospitality

Other Skills
• The ability to enthuse and inspire students
• Good classroom practice
• Good communication skills, written and verbal
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good IT skills
• Using IT within the curriculum
• Tutoring experience
• Self motivation
• Commitment to Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding in an education environment
• Commitment to learners and learner achievement
• Commitment to implementing College compliance procedures and other policies
• Evidence of continuous professional development

If you are interested in this Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer opportunity, APPLY NOW to be considered for an interview!

To apply for this Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer, please get in touch today! We are recruiting for this Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer role now and will be interviewing at the end of August.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Apply for this Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer opportunity by sending your CV to Sally at Clarus Education. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted) for the Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer role within 48 hours.

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Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer - Hayes - Permanent Contract

Chef for Professional Cookery Lecturer