Cookery School Chef

Overview

The Woodspeen Cookery School is part of the acclaimed Woodspeen Restaurant offering hands-on culinary courses demonstrations private dining experiences and chef-led events. As a Cookery School Chef you will play a key role in delivering inspiring educational and high-quality food experiences for guests of all skill levelsfrom complete beginners to aspiring professionals.

You will work closely with senior chefs to deliver structured cookery classes ensure exceptional standards of food preparation and help create a welcoming educational environment where guests can learn and enjoy cooking in a professional kitchen setting.

Key Responsibilities

Cookery School Delivery

• Assist in planning and delivering hands-on cookery courses and demonstrations
• Teach and guide guests through recipes techniques and kitchen skills in a clear and engaging way
• Support themed classes such as bread making butchery seasonal cooking and restaurant-style dishes
• Demonstrate professional techniques while ensuring guests are actively involved and supported

Food Preparation & Kitchen Operations

• Prepare mise en place for cookery school classes and events
• Ensure all ingredients are prepped portioned and ready for student use
• Maintain excellent food quality standards in line with restaurant expectations
• Work efficiently across multiple stations in a teaching kitchen environment

Guest Experience & Education

• Create a welcoming and supportive learning environment for all guests
• Answer questions and explain techniques ingredients and methods in an accessible way
• Encourage participation and confidence in cooking
• Ensure guests leave with recipes knowledge and a positive experience

Health Safety & Standards

• Maintain strict food hygiene and health & safety standards at all times
• Ensure cookery school kitchen is clean organised and fully operational
• Support safe use of equipment by guests and demonstrate correct handling procedures

Collaboration & Development

• Work closely with senior chefs and the restaurant brigade
• Contribute ideas for new courses seasonal menus and event concepts
• Support private events chefs table experiences and corporate bookings when required

Qualifications :

Essential

• Experience as a chef in a professional kitchen (restaurant or hospitality setting)
• Strong cooking skills across core techniques (sauces roasting baking prep work etc.)
• Passion for food ingredients and culinary education
• Confident communicator with the ability to teach and demonstrate
• Strong organisation and multitasking skills in a busy environment

Desirable

• Previous teaching training or cookery demonstration experience
• Experience in fine dining or high-quality British cuisine
• NVQ or equivalent culinary qualification
• Interest in seasonal and locally sourced produce

Key Attributes

• Approachable and patient when working with guests
• Enthusiastic about sharing culinary knowledge
• High attention to detail and consistency
• Team-oriented with a positive professional attitude
• Calm and adaptable in a busy interactive kitchen environment

Working Environment

• Hands-on teaching kitchen within a Michelin-level restaurant setting
• Small class sizes with direct guest interaction
• Combination of prep work demonstration and live teaching
• Occasional evening weekend and event-based work

Additional Information :

WSH Restaurants has built a family-feel culture where we offer development and progression for addition to that we also offer a range of benefits including:

• Complimentary meals during shifts
• Diverse apprenticeship opportunities
• Life Assurance
• Opportunity to develop and further your career within a fast growing an exciting company
• Employee discounts at several retailers (via Perkbox app) & fitness providers
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

Experience: years
Vacancy: 1