Lecturer: Patisserie

International Hotel School (Official); Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 350 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned culinary institution in Pretoria is seeking a passionate Patisserie Lecturer to guide aspiring chefs in the culinary arts. You will conduct practical kitchen sessions and theory lectures while ensuring student success. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in pastry and at least 5 years of experience in the field with a qualification in the hospitality sector. This role is both challenging and fulfilling, aimed at shaping future culinary professionals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years Pastry experience required.
• Minimum 2 years lecturing / teaching/assessor experience needed.
• Experience in a managerial position is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct theory lectures and kitchen pastry practical sessions.
• Ensure a pass rate of 85% and throughput rate of 90%.
• Provide student tracking, counselling, and support.
• Input towards curriculum development and improvement.
• Apply assessment principles as per assessor code of conduct.

Skills

Chocolate Work

Sugar Craft

Bread Making

Basic Pastry Fundamentals

Cake Decorating

Education

Minimum NQF 5 qualification in the hospitality industry

City and Guilds Diploma in Food Prep and Cooking & Patisserie

Assessors and Moderators certificate

Job description

Overview

The International Hotel School Pretoria Campus is searching for a Patisserie Lecturer. The purpose of this role is to teach and share your passion for the culinary industry with eager young students; helping them grow individually, and ultimately playing a role in their career paths and success in life. This is a challenging but incredibly rewarding experience reserved for only the most incredible people.

Responsibilities

• Conduct theory lectures and kitchen pastry practical sessions
• Ensure a pass rate of 85% and throughput rate of 90% is achieved
• Student tracking, counselling and support
• Input towards curriculum development and improvement
• Apply assessment principles as per assessor code of conduct
• Industry time and research
• Open day Sweet Snacks
• Taking the lead on all Competitions
• In charge of Pastry Based Excursions for the students

Requirements

• Minimum NQF 5 qualification in the hospitality industry
• City and Guilds Diploma in Food Prep and Cooking & Patisserie
• CATHSSETA scoping – Unit 73292 is a requirement
• Assessors and Moderators certificate
• Certified to conduct outcome-based assessment
• Minimum 5 years Pastry experience
• Minimum 2 years lecturing / teaching/assessor
• Experience in a managerial position is needed
• Chocolate Work
• Sugar Craft
• Bread Making
• Basic Pastry Fundamentals
• Cake Decorating