Culinary Arts Chef Lecturer/Instructor - (Re - Advertisement) at Kenya Red Cross Society

As a Chef lecturer, you will be responsible for coordinating and teaching several courses with the option to design your own course within your chosen area of focus.

SCOPE OF THE ROLE:

• Teaching
• Setting exams & Invigilation and marking
• Student mentorship
• Curriculum development

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To teach at a diploma level in areas allocated by the Head of Academic Affairs
• To contribute to the development, planning and implementation of a high quality curriculum
• To assist in the development of learning materials, preparing schemes of work and maintaining records to monitor students’ records, achievements and attendance.
• To participate in departmental and faculty seminars aimed at building inter-disciplinary collaboration within the department.
• To participate in the development, administration and marking of exams and other assessments
• To provide pastoral care and support to students,
• To participate in the administration of the department’s programme of study and other activities as requested.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by management

THE SKILLS AND COMPETENCES WE ARE LOOKING FOR: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Areas of Specialization/related field of study
• 3-5  years  proven experience teaching at post-secondary level
• Proficiency in Microsoft office suites especially PowerPoint
• A deep understanding of commitment to and involvement in hospitality Industry

Key Skills and Personal Attributes

• Strong knowledge of subject areas combined with a broad subject background
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Proven record of ability to manage time and work to strict deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Commitment to continuous professional development
• Excellent leadership and management skills
• Must have attention to detail and have the ability to multi-task

Desirable Attributes:

• Excellent judgment with the ability to balance risks and opportunities
• Excellent customer service skills.
• An absolute commitment to upholding the College Values. In particular, commitment:
  • to prioritize the needs of students
  • to act with integrity, authenticity & respect at all times
  • to secure continuous improvement and excellence
  • to focus on coaching and developing others to reach their full potential