Teacher - Catering

 

Our purpose, values and strategic plan were developed with the people who make up our community – our learners, staff and partners.

Job overview
Do you live and breathe food? Do you take pride in creating delicious dishes that impress? Imagine sharing that passion with a room full of eager, aspiring chefs ready to learn from the best—you!

At Gateshead College, we’re on the lookout for culinary trailblazers to join our vibrant team and help shape the future of the hospitality industry.

We believe education is more than teaching—it’s about transforming lives. We’re seeking talented, innovative catering professionals to deliver exceptional teaching and shape the future of our Catering Department. This is your chance to address the regional skills gap in hospitality and catering, meeting the growing demand for skilled culinary professionals across the North East.

This isn’t your average teaching role. This is your chance to ignite creativity, spark ambition and mentor the next generation of culinary stars. You’ll be part of a likeminded team with a wealth of industry experience who share your passion for delivering inspirational lessons and experiences.

If you’ve got a knack for inspiring others, a flair for teaching and a desire to make a real difference—this is your moment. From the classroom to the cutting-edge kitchen, you’ll bring your expertise to life in a way that’s fun, engaging and impactful.

About Us:
At Gateshead College, we believe in the power of food to bring people together and create memorable experiences. We are dedicated to nurturing aspiring chefs and culinary enthusiasts, providing them with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive in this amazing industry.

What We’re Looking For:
We are seeking enthusiastic and creative catering staff who are passionate about food and eager to share their expertise with our learners. Are you able to equip students with the technical skills, creativity, and confidence to thrive in the fast-paced world of hospitality. We are looking for someone who can work closely with local industry leaders, helping to align education with real-world opportunities and demands and play a key role in transforming our department, ensuring our curriculum is at the cutting edge of industry trends and innovation. If you have a love for cooking, a flair for creativity, and a desire to mentor and support others, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Support learners in their culinary journey by sharing your knowledge and skills
• Foster a positive and engaging learning environment
• Preparation and presentation of food for events and classes
• Plan and create menus, considering seasonality and availability of ingredients
• Collaborate with our team to develop innovative menu ideas and cooking techniques
• Run a service in our student-run Enfields Kitchen
• Ensure high standards of food safety and hygiene
• Support learners to build resilience and confidence in the kitchen and front of house.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Substantial cooking experience with comprehensive knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, recipes, equipment, and procedures
• L3 qualification in Professional Cookery or similar
• Excellent technical cooking skills and an understanding of flavour and ingredients
• Knowledge of various cuisines and how professional kitchens function
• A passion for food, current cooking techniques and outstanding customer service
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing needs
• Food hygiene
• A teaching qualification or willing to work towards one with our support.

What We Offer:

• A chance to make a difference in the lives of aspiring chefs
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Generous holiday allowance.

About Gateshead College

At Gateshead College we’re famous for education with Employment Edge, industry inspired education that combines high quality learning with real world skills.

For teachers this means giving your students the knowledge and skills to be successful in work and life and supporting them to be the best they can be. This is what makes our collegesuch an exciting place to teach. You’ll get to bring your industry expertise into the classroom and will work hand in hand with businesses to create experiences your students will never forget.

In return we can offer a values-driven organisation and the chance to work with brilliant people who put students first. You’ll be listened to and will have opportunities to make an impact. We prioritise health and wellbeing and your work life balance will be respected. Our inclusive culture means you’re valued for being yourself and diversity is celebrated, and our commitment to being a sustainable organisation means we always try to do business the right way to make our community better for everyone.

We’re committed to supporting your ongoing development which includes access to our Teacher Academy where you’ll be assigned a personal coach to help develop your practice.

At Gateshead College we all have the opportunity to help our learners succeed and it’s this clear purpose and shared effort that makes us such a great place to work; we hope you think about joining us.

Don’t have a teaching qualification?

Don’t worry. If you can bring extensive industry experience and a passion for sharing your knowledge we’d love to hear from you.

We'll provide comprehensive training and cover the cost of your qualification while you gain valuable teaching experience. We understand the commitment involved and that's why we offer paid time off the job to attend training. Additionally, you'll be supported by one of our dedicated teaching staff throughout your journey, so you’ll have the guidance and mentorship needed to thrive in your new role.

Get in touch

If you would like an informal chat and a tour of our facilities. Call Emma Iley, Head of Department on 07960956928 to arrange this.

Benefits:

• Generous holiday allowance 50 days plus bank holidays
• Mental health and wellbeing support, with 24/7 access to an employee assistance programme and counselling services
• Career average pension with the Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Travel support including subsidised onsite parking, discounted public transport scheme and cycle to work scheme
• Retail and travel discounts
• Continued professional development
• Volunteering days