Chef Trainer/Supervisor

Eden Brown Synergy; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Eden Brown Synergy is seeking an enthusiastic Chef Trainer to supervise and train trainee chefs in a leading Further Education team in Greater Manchester. You will guide students in practical kitchens, demonstrating modern cookery and maintaining high safety standards.

The role focuses on hands-on coaching, monitoring progress, and supporting learners to achieve their learning goals in a supportive environment. DBS checks are required.

Qualifications

• Professional experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Strong practical culinary skills and knowledge of modern catering.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and support learners in FE environment.
• A DBS check will be required or can be applied for by Eden Brown.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support trainee chef students during practical kitchen sessions.
• Demonstrate professional cookery techniques and kitchen procedures.
• Provide practical coaching to help students develop culinary skills.
• Monitor progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Promote food hygiene, health and safety standards in the training kitchen.
• Assist teaching staff with planning and delivering practical training activities.
• Maintain a well-organised, safe training kitchen.
• Encourage teamwork and professional conduct among learners.
• Support learners of varying abilities to achieve learning goals.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Education

Teaching or coaching qualification

Job description

Role: Chef Trainer/Supervisor

Location: Greater Manchester

Rate: £25 - £35 per hour

Contract: Temporary, Full Time

Hours: 36 hours per week

Eden Brown are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Chef Trainer to join a leading Further Education team in Greater Manchester.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supervising, supporting and training trainee chefs, helping students to develop the practical skills, knowledge and professional behaviours required for a successful career within the hospitality and catering industry.

Working closely with teaching staff, you will provide hands-on support within our professional training kitchens, ensuring students receive a high standard of practical training and guidance in a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support trainee chef students during practical kitchen sessions.
• Demonstrate professional cookery techniques, preparation methods and kitchen procedures.
• Provide practical coaching and guidance to help students develop their culinary skills.
• Support students in working to professional industry standards.
• Monitor students progress, providing constructive feedback and encouragement.
• Promote good standards of food hygiene, health and safety and kitchen cleanliness.
• Ensure students follow appropriate food safety, allergen and hygiene procedures.
• Assist teaching staff with the planning and delivery of practical training activities.
• Help maintain a well-organised, professional and safe training kitchen.
• Encourage positive attitudes, teamwork, professionalism and good work practices.
• Support students with different abilities and levels of experience to achieve their learning goals.
• Contribute to the wider development and success of the catering and hospitality provision.

About You

You will be an experienced chef or catering professional with a genuine interest in developing the next generation of hospitality professionals.

Requirements

You should have:

• Professional experience working in a commercial or professional kitchen.
• Strong practical culinary skills and knowledge of modern catering practices.
• A good understanding of food safety, hygiene and health and safety requirements.
• The ability to demonstrate and explain practical cooking techniques clearly.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The patience and enthusiasm to support learners in a Further Education environment.
• The ability to motivate and encourage students from a range of backgrounds and abilities.
• A professional, positive and approachable manner.
• Good organisational and teamwork skills.

A recognised teaching, training, coaching or assessing qualification would be advantageous, although relevant industry experience and a strong commitment to supporting learners are equally valued.

A DBS check will also be needed for this role. If you do not have a current DBS check Eden Brown can apply on your behalf.

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.