Location: Watford Campus
Are you passionate about professional cookery and inspiring the next generation of chefs? Our thriving Food Academy is seeking a dynamic and experienced Chef Lecturer to join our team at the Watford Campus.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to teach and mentor students across Levels 1 to 3 in both Practical Cookery and Culinary Theory, including food safety, health & safety, nutrition, and employability skills. You’ll play a key role in shaping future professionals for the fast-paced hospitality industry.
You’ll also be responsible for running our College Training Restaurant, delivering real-world experience to students during lunchtime and one evening per week during term time.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has at least 5 years’ experience in the catering industry, ideally in a restaurant setting.
- Holds a Level 3 Professional Chefs qualification.
- Is enthusiastic about teaching and supporting learners of all abilities.
- Has a strong understanding of culinary theory and practical cookery.
- Is committed to high standards of assessment and feedback.
- Ideally holds a teaching qualification (training and mentoring available if not).
- Has experience in personal tutoring, target setting, and Functional Skills delivery (desirable).
Why Join Us?
At WHC Group, we value innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. You’ll be supported by a passionate team and encouraged to bring your ideas to life. We offer:
- A free on-site gym
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Pension scheme
- Time off at Christmas
- Early Friday finishes
- Access to a wide range of discounts and benefits
We have full or part time roles available. The closing date for applications is 28th January 2026.
You’ll have the full support of a dynamic team and opportunities to bring your ideas to the role. Training and development are at the heart of everything we do so you’ll be encouraged to upskill.
We have a free on-site gym and you can access a wide range of discounts and benefits including a cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, pension, generous holiday scheme, time off at Christmas and early finishes on a Friday.
If you have any questions or queries please contact a member of the Human Resources team who will be happy to help. WHC Group is positive about disabled people. If you need help applying for a role please contact us.
