Head Of Department Culinary Arts

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

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Johannesburg seeks a Head of Department for Culinary Arts. The role includes managing the department's quality and compliance, conducting classes, and enhancing curriculum. Ideal applicants have a minimum NQF 6 qualification and significant culinary experience. Strong mentorship and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this dynamic position.

Qualifications

• Scoped as a registered assessor for 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 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 and sponsor queries.
• Contribute towards curriculum improvement.
• Apply assessment principles in line with the assessor code of conduct.

Skills

Patient and mentoring abilities

Problem solver

Service orientation

Passion towards student support and success

Proficient in computer software

Stock control and inventory system proficiency

Vocational assessment management

Education

NQF 6 qualification in hospitality

Job description

The International Hotel School, Sunninghill Campus is looking for a Head of Department : Culinary Arts.

The purpose of the role is to manage the quality of provision, support and compliance within the Culinary Arts and Patisserie department.

Qualities

• Patient and mentoring abilities
• Problem solver
• Service orientation
• Passion towards student support and success

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