Chef Instructor

About Company

International Institute of Gastronomy (IIG) was established in the year 2021 with the objective of creating and nurturing aspiring world-class culinary talents by fostering an environment of culinary authenticity. We as an organization are invested to identify the gap between training/education and the job requirements of the real-time culinary industry globally. Our team at IIG works to address the gap by providing a 360 degree solution to cultivating job skills relevant to the industry with quality culinary education at its core. The college strives to provide industry centered world-class culinary training to all aspiring individuals who want to fulfill their culinary dreams and pursue a career in culinary arts. 

We are a CTEVT registered institute based in Panipokhari, Kathmandu. We provide Australian standard curriculum in culinary art as the college runs culinary courses in affiliation with Australian Business and Culinary Institute, Melbourne, Australia. We have state of the art facilities and infrastructure set up to ensure a safe and progressive learning environment for both our team members and the students that would help all individuals associated with the college grow personally as well as professionally.

With a global curriculum, industry leading Chef Instructors, guided by people-first management approach along with a strong network of industrial exposure via training/job opportunities and a clear entrepreneurial focus, IIG is recognized by celebrated chefs and hospitality professionals as a leading pathway to begin or continue a wide range of careers in the national as well as international culinary industry.

Job Title: Chef Instructor

Job Description:

We are looking for a talented Chef Instructor to lead and inspire our students in the Certificate III in Commercial Cookery program. The Chef Instructor will be responsible for teaching culinary techniques, supervising practical training, and providing guidance to students, ensuring they develop the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the culinary industry.

Responsibilities:

1. Teaching: Plan and deliver engaging and comprehensive culinary lessons, including practical cooking classes, demonstrations, and theory sessions. Ensure the delivery of the Certificate III in Commercial Cookery curriculum in line with industry standards and educational requirements.
2. Practical Training: Supervise and mentor students in the practical application of culinary skills in a commercial kitchen environment. Provide constructive feedback, guidance, and support to help students improve their cooking techniques and culinary knowledge.
3. Curriculum Development: Contribute to the development and review of course materials, lesson plans, and assessments to maintain program relevance and quality.
4. Assessment and Evaluation: Design and administer assessments to evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback on their progress.
5. Participate in student evaluations, reviews, and recommendations for continuous improvement.
6. Professional Development: Stay current with industry trends, new culinary techniques, and best practices. Maintain certifications and qualifications necessary for teaching culinary courses.
7. Safety and Hygiene: Enforce strict adherence to food safety and hygiene standards in the kitchen.Train students in the importance of safety and cleanliness in a culinary environment.
8. Collaboration: Collaborate with fellow instructors and staff to ensure a cohesive and enriching learning environment.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a professional chef with a minimum of 4 years of experience in commercial cookery.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or a relevant culinary qualification.
• Teaching or training experience in a culinary setting is preferred but not required.
• Excellent culinary skills and a deep understanding of food preparation, cooking techniques, and presentation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong documentation skills. Familiar with Google-Suite 
• Ability to create an engaging and inclusive learning environment.
• A commitment to promoting culinary excellence and fostering students' success.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and inspire students.

Instructions to apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, a cover letter detailing their relevant experience, and any certifications to info@iig.com.np Please include "Role your applying for" in the subject line of your email. eg: "Application for Chef Instructor"