Head of Department : Culinary Arts

Invictus Education Group; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Benoni is looking for a Head of Department: Culinary Arts to oversee quality provision and compliance in the Culinary Arts and Patisserie department. The ideal candidate should have an NQF 6 qualification, experience in team management and lecturing, and substantial knowledge in culinary arts. Responsibilities include conducting lectures, managing curriculum development, and supporting student success in a dynamic culinary environment.

Qualifications

• Scoped as a registered assessor for a programme offering.
• 2 years team management experience.
• Minimum 2 years lecturing experience.
• Minimum 5 years Culinary Arts experience as a chef.
• Knowledge of academic compliance within vocational education.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Culinary Arts department provision and success.
• Responsible for reporting on stock and inventory control.
• Conduct lectures and practical kitchen sessions.
• Resolve student/sponsor queries and offer support.
• Contribute to curriculum improvement.
• Apply assessment principles in line with the assessor code.
• Invite industry guest speakers and arrange excursions.
• Engage in professional development activities.
• Research industry trends.
• Conduct induction and workplace foundation training.

Skills

Patient and mentoring abilities

Problem solver

Service orientation

Passion for student success

Proficient in computer software

Stock control and inventory system proficiency

Vocational and practical assessment management skills

Education

NQF 6 qualification in hospitality

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about shaping the future of culinary education? The International Hotel School, Benoni Campus, is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Head of Department: Culinary Arts to manage the quality of provision, support and compliance within the Culinary Arts and Patisserie department.

Ideal Candidate Qualities

• Patient and mentoring abilities – able to guide both students and staff with empathy and clarity.
• Problem solver – proactive in identifying challenges and implementing effective solutions.
• Service orientation – committed to delivering exceptional support to students and colleagues.
• Passion for student success – driven by a genuine desire to see students thrive academically and professionally.

Requirements

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of a NQF 6 qualification in the hospitality area of specialization
• Scoped as a registered assessor for one of the institutional programme offerings
• 2 years team management experience
• Minimum 2 years lecturing experience
• Minimum 5 years Culinary Arts experience as a chef
• Knowledge of academic compliance within the vocational educational sector

Essential Skills

• Proficient in computer software, apps, social media, and technology in general
• Stock control and inventory system proficiency
• Vocational, POE and practical assessment implementation and management skills

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the CA department provision and success
• Responsible for reporting on stock and inventory control
• Conduct lectures and practical kitchen sessions
• Resolve student/sponsor queries, tracking, counselling and support
• Contribute towards curriculum improvement and development
• Apply assessment principles in line with the assessor code of conduct
• Invite industry guest speakers and arrange excursions
• Involvement in professional development activities for self and staff
• Research into industry trends
• Conduct induction and workplace foundation training