Chef Lecturer

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

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency seeks a Professional Cookery Lecturer to join a client's Cookery & Hospitality team in Hayes, London. The role involves teaching various Hospitality programmes and supporting student achievement. Competitive salary and teaching qualification support provided. This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced chefs to inspire the next generation of culinary talent.

Benefits

Competitive salary with clear progression structure

Full financial support for Level 5 teaching qualification

Opportunity to work in a dynamic educational environment

Chance to work with industry-standard facilities

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching and assessing in Catering and Hospitality.
• Knowledge of industry trends and developments.
• Tutoring experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach across various Hospitality programmes including Professional Cookery (Levels 1-3).
• Deliver Apprenticeship Standards for Chef roles.
• Work with the college's public restaurant.
• Inspire and engage young learners.
• Assess and support student achievement.

Skills

Professional experience as a Chef in the Catering/Hospitality industry

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to inspire and motivate students

Strong IT skills and experience integrating technology into teaching

Education

Level 5 teaching qualification (DET or equivalent)

Assessor and Verifier awards

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£32,455 - £45,260 per annum | Full-time Permanent | Teacher Training Provided

About the Role – Chef Lecturer

We are seeking an experienced Chef to join our client's Cookery & Hospitality team as a Professional Cookery Lecturer in Hayes, London. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire the next generation of chefs while continuing your culinary career in education.

• Hours: 36 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
• Contract: Permanent
• Location: Hayes, London
• Application Deadline: 20th August 2025

What You'll Be Doing

• Teaching across various Hospitality programmes including VRQs/NVQs in Professional Cookery (Levels 1-3)
• Delivering Apprenticeship Standards for Level 2 Production Chef, Level 2 Commis Chef, and Level 3 Chef De Partie
• Working with the college's public restaurant (Revisco)
• Inspiring and engaging young learners aged 16-18
• Assessing and supporting student achievement

What We're Looking For

• Professional experience as a Chef in the Catering/Hospitality industry
• Teaching and assessing experience in Catering and Hospitality
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to inspire and motivate students
• Commitment to safeguarding and equal opportunities
• Level 5 teaching qualification (DET or equivalent) - full financial support provided if not held
• Assessor and Verifier awards
• Up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and developments
• Strong IT skills and experience integrating technology into teaching
• Tutoring experience

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary with clear progression structure
• Full financial support for Level 5 teaching qualification over 2 years
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic educational environment
• Chance to work with industry-standard facilities including public restaurant

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your culinary education career? We want to hear from you!

APPLY NOW by sending your CV to Sally at Clarus Education. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 48 hours.

Interviews will be held at the end of August.

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