Cookery School Chef

About the role

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 levels-from 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.

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, chef's table experiences, and corporate bookings when required
• 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
• WSH Restaurants has built a family-feel culture where we offer development and progression for all. In 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

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