Simply Education are currently looking for a dedicated Chef Tutor to join our clients college in the Minehead area. Our clients college is a specialist college and training hotel for young people with learning disabilities, situated in the friendly seaside town of Minehead.
Our client believe in changing lives and giving the students the skills, knowledge, and confidence to successfully shape their own future. Their aim is to equip the young adults with the life and hospitality skills to become work ready, life ready.
Your Role as a Chef Tutor:
As a Chef Tutor, you'll play a vital role in delivering high-quality, engaging and individualised Food Preparation sessions. You'll inspire, challenge and support every student, helping them develop the practical skills and confidence they need to thrive in both life and work.
In addition you will be doing the following:
- Planning, preparing and resourcing highly individualised sessions that follow the published scheme of work- even when you may be absent.
- Delivering inspiring and engaging lessons where every student is challenged, motivated and fully supported throughout.
- Carrying out robust assessments, maintaining accurate tracking and reporting (including base lining, target setting and reviewing) and keeping all records up to date.
- Using RARPA principles (Recognising and Recording Progress and Achievement) to support meaningful progression for each student.
- Working collaboratively with colleagues across the college, including Therapy teams and House Managers-to analyse performance and ensure students make progress in line with their abilities.
- Responding to underachievement with immediate intervention strategies, and adjusting targets where students exceed expectations.
- Leading and directing Learning Support Practitioners (LSPs) within your sessions and promoting a professional, supportive environment for both students and colleagues.
- Prepare, cook and present high‑quality meals in line with the agreed menu, following standardised recipes and specification cards set by the Head Chef.
- Ensure all food is prepared and served to a consistently high standard, modelling industry‑standard techniques and presentation for learners.
- Maintain full compliance with food hygiene, food safety and health & safety legislation, ensuring standards are met at all times.
Requirements:
- Level 2 English & Maths
- City & Guilds (or equivalent) Level 2 in Hospitality and Catering
- Level 3 qualification (desirable or willingness to work towards)
- Level 4 Certificate in Education (desirable or willingness to work towards)
- Experience working in a hospitality catering environment
- Experience in vocational education (desirable)
- A collaborative approach and experience working in team settings
Application Progress:
If you are interested in this role, please submit an up-to-date CV. Should your application be successful, you will be required to complete a formal application form as part of our safer recruitment process. This will include providing a full education and employment history, along with explanations for any gaps in employment.
I look forward to hearing from you.
This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference, supporting young adults with learning disabilities to achieve meaningful outcomes and move towards independence.