Culinary Instructor

Culinary Instructor

Permanent contract / Crans-Montana, Switzerland

Les Roches Global Hospitality Education, in the top 5 for Employer Reputation of Hospitality & Leisure Management graduates by the QS World University Ranking, is a brand of the Sommet Education Group. Founded in 1954, Les Roches is a private institution based on the Swiss model of experiential learning, offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in the fields of hospitality, tourism and event management. Les Roches prepares entrepreneurial and innovative graduates across a global network of campuses in Crans-Montana (Switzerland), Marbella (Spain) and Abu Dhabi (UAE).

You share our values: Development, Distinctiveness, Joint commitment, Openness and Sense of service.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Culinary Instructor to join our team and contribute to the growth and success of our students. He/she will report to our Executive Chef.

Requirements
As a Culinary Instructor, you will be responsible for delivering high quality academic and hands-on training in Culinary arts to our bachelor students. You will play a key role in developing and enhancing our culinary curriculum, ensuring that it meets industry standards and equips students with valuable knowledge and skills. The ideal candidate has:

• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in culinary arts, preferably in a high-volume or fine dining establishment.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Culinary Arts or a related field.
• Previous teaching or training experience in a culinary school or similar international educational setting.
• Fluent level of English, both in speaking and writing.
• Strong knowledge of classical and contemporary culinary techniques, ingredients, and equipment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate students.
• Patience, creativity, and a passion for teaching and mentoring.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach the culinary curriculum according to syllabus and lesson plans and contribute to its development.
• Utilize a variety of teaching techniques, methods and materials.
• Create and organize the culinary production in a learning environment.
• Mentor, supervise and motivate students and guide them in their development, as individuals and as a brigade.
• Evaluate students through regular feedback based on practical and academic criteria and maintain student records.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, applying HACCP standards.
• Ensure the production of the various menus.

Start date: November 1st, 2024.

Join Les Roches Crans-Montana and contribute to shaping future hospitality leaders through impactful teaching and transformative education!
Interested candidates are invited to submit a detailed CV, a cover letter and contact information for two professional references.