Catering Tutor - Alternative Provision

Position: Catering Tutor - Alternative Provision (Permanent)
Catering Tutor – Alternative Provision (Adults)
📍 East Sutton
🕒 Permanent | Full-time

We are recruiting on behalf of an alternative education provider in East Sutton for a Catering Tutor to join their team on a permanent basis.
This role is ideal for a passionate and practical Catering Tutor who enjoys working with adult learners in an alternative provision setting. You will support learners to develop essential catering and food preparation skills, gain relevant qualifications, and build confidence for future employment within the hospitality industry.

The Role
Deliver practical and theory-based Catering / Hospitality sessions to adult learners
Support learners working towards vocational catering qualifications
Plan engaging lessons tailored to a range of abilities and learning needs
Promote safe working practices, food hygiene, and health & safety standards
Assess learner progress and provide constructive feedback
Create an inclusive, supportive, and motivating learning environment
Maintain accurate records of learner attendance, progress, and achievement
Work collaboratively with the wider education and support teams
Uphold safeguarding and compliance requirements at all times

The Ideal Candidate
Experience working in catering, hospitality, or professional kitchens
Experience teaching or training adults (desirable but not essential)
Understanding of vocational education and learner progression
Ability to engage and motivate learners who may face barriers to education
Strong knowledge of food hygiene, health & safety, and kitchen practices
Teaching qualification desirable (or willingness to work towards one)
Why Apply?
Permanent role within a supportive alternative provision
Opportunity to make a positive, long-term impact on adult learners
Ongoing training and professional development
Stable working environment with a focus on rehabilitation and progression

If you are a Catering professional looking to move into education, or an experienced tutor seeking a rewarding alternative provision role, we would be keen to hear from you