Chef Instructor

AJK Educational Institutions; Coimbatore District; On-site; INR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

AJK College of Arts and Science in Coimbatore is seeking a Chef Instructor to plan and deliver culinary classes, demonstrations, and practical labs aligned with our curriculum. You will prepare lesson plans, teach cooking techniques, and emphasize food safety and kitchen management, while assessing learners through assignments and practical evaluations.

The ideal candidate has professional culinary training and teaching experience, with strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage

Qualifications

• Professional culinary training and strong skills in food preparation, menu planning and kitchen operations.
• Experience teaching, training, or mentoring in a culinary or hospitality setting, with the ability to explain techniques clearly.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards and proper use and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
• Strong communication, classroom management and interpersonal skills to engage diverse groups of learners.
• Relevant academic qualifications in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, or a related field; professional certifications are an advantage.
• Experience working in commercial kitchens, hotels, restaurants, or catering services is highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver culinary classes, demonstrations and practical lab sessions.
• Prepare lesson plans and align with curriculum learning outcomes.
• Teach cooking techniques and food safety practices.
• Manage kitchen operations and assess learners through assignments and exams.

Skills

Culinary skills

Teaching experience

Food safety & hygiene

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Kitchen operations

Education

Culinary Arts / Hotel Management degree

Professional certifications

Job description

College Description

AJK College of Arts and Science are led by a team of highly qualified and experienced academicians dedicated to providing quality education and professional training. AJK emphasizes practical learning, industry relevance and holistic development to prepare learners for real-world challenges.

Role Description

The Chef Instructor role is a full-time, on-site position based in Coimbatore. The Chef Instructor will plan and deliver culinary classes, demonstrations and practical lab sessions aligned with the institution's curriculum and learning outcomes. Responsibilities include preparing lesson plans, teaching cooking techniques, food safety and kitchen management, and assessing learners through assignments, exams, and practical evaluations.

Qualifications

• Professional culinary training and strong skills in food preparation, menu planning and kitchen operations.
• Experience teaching, training, or mentoring in a culinary or hospitality setting, with the ability to explain techniques clearly.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards and proper use and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
• Strong communication, classroom management and interpersonal skills to engage diverse groups of learners.
• Relevant academic qualifications in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, or a related field; professional certifications are an advantage.
• Experience working in commercial kitchens, hotels, restaurants, or catering services is highly beneficial.