Assistant Professor - Culinary Arts

Chitkara University; Rajpura; On-site; INR 450,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Chitkara University in Punjab, Rajpura invites applications for a Chef Trainer/Assistant Professor to lead culinary training, develop curricula, mentor students, and assess coursework in a full-time on-site post.

The role requires hands-on kitchen leadership, session management, and support for research activities, with 3–8 years in professional hospitality and a bachelor’s in Culinary Arts or Hotel Management.

Qualifications

• , Culinary expertise in Indian kitchen.
• Knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety, and hygiene standards
• Strong communication and presentation skills with basic knowledge of MS WORD and MS POWERPOINT
• Organizational and time management skills
• Minimum 3-8 years of experience in the professional kitchen of a reputed hospitality chain
• Min. Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts or Hotel Management.
• Passion and desire to impart knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct culinary training sessions for students.
• Develop course curriculum and practical modules.
• Provide mentorship to students and guide projects.
• Grade assignments and assess student work.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices.
• Manage practical sessions and supervise student projects.
• Support research activities in the department.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor in Culinary Arts or Hotel Management

Tools

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Chef Trainer/ Assistant Professor. The role involves conducting culinary training sessions, developing course curriculum, providing mentorship to students, grading assignments and assessments, and staying updated with industry trends. The Chef Trainer/ Assistant Professor will also be responsible for managing practical sessions, supervising student projects, and supporting research activities.

Qualifications

• Culinary expertise in Indian kitchen.
• Knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety, and hygiene standards
• Strong communication and presentation skills with basic knowledge of MS WORD and MS POWERPOINT
• Organizational and time management skills
• Minimum 3-8 years of experience in the professional kitchen of a reputed hospitality chain
• Min. Bachelors degree in Culinary Arts or Hotel management.
• Passion and desire to impart knowledge.