Chef Instructor

Are you a skilled chef with a passion for teaching and inspiring the next generation? We invite you to bring your culinary expertise into the classroom and make a lasting impact on future culinary professionals. A prestigious Culinary Academy in Saudi Arabia is looking for a dynamic and passionate Culinary Instructor to join its team of industry leaders and educators.

This is an exciting opportunity for experienced chefs who are ready to shift careers into education, or for those seeking to contribute to a mission-driven institution focused on excellence, innovation, and talent development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Deliver Comprehensive Culinary Instruction

Teach and train students across all major kitchen sections (hot kitchen, cold kitchen, butchery, pastry, bakery, garde manger, etc.).

Provide hands-on demonstrations and guidance covering a wide spectrum of culinary techniques, tools, and preparation styles.

Curriculum Development & Instructional Design

Develop and refine lesson plans, recipes, training guides, and practical assessments that reflect real-world kitchen operations.

Contribute to continuous improvement of the curriculum to ensure it remains industry-relevant and globally aligned.

Student Supervision & Mentorship

Lead practical sessions, offering clear guidance and structured learning experiences.

Mentor and coach students, fostering professional behaviour, kitchen discipline, and a strong work ethic.

Evaluate student performance and offer constructive feedback to support their growth and readiness for industry placements.

Kitchen Standards & Safety Compliance

Uphold and enforce kitchen cleanliness, organisation, and safety standards at all times.

Maintain accurate inventory of tools, ingredients, and equipment within the teaching kitchens.

Team Collaboration & Institutional Engagement

Collaborate closely with fellow instructors to deliver integrated and immersive learning experiences.

Participate in academy-led events, culinary demonstrations, and internal training initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

Formal culinary education with well-rounded expertise across all major kitchen sections.

Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in high-volume, professional culinary environments.

Experience teaching, mentoring, or training culinary students or junior chefs is highly preferred.

Strong ability to demonstrate and explain diverse techniques, from classical to modern.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Organised, adaptable, and committed to student success and culinary excellence.

Proficiency in both Arabic and English is an advantage.

WHY JOIN?

Make a real impact by mentoring aspiring chefs across diverse culinary disciplines.

Work in a state-of-the-art teaching environment with a highly collaborative team.

Play a critical role in shaping the culinary standards and mindset of tomorrows professionals.

Be part of a forward-thinking institution that celebrates culinary craftsmanship and holistic growth.

Shape the future of culinary excellence.

If you're ready to bring your 360 kitchen experience into the classroom and help develop the culinary leaders of tomorrow, we'd love to hear from you.