Chef Skills Trainer

Chef Skills Trainer - Fuller's Location: Reading, Field-based We have an exciting opportunity to join our Learning and Development team and contribute to our mission of Nourishing the Soul by delivering exceptional dining experiences through continuous improvement and cooking excellence. As a Chef Skills Trainer, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the kitchen skills of our Head Chefs and kitchen teams. Youll work in collaboration with our Operations team, Development Chefs and Marketing team to identify the training needs required to ensure consistency in food quality and presentation. Key Responsibilities: Work closely with our operations team to determine the relevant level of training and coaching required to support our kitchen teams. Design, develop, and implement training programs focusing on cooking techniques, food preparation, and excellent presentation standards. Conduct hands-on group training sessions for head chefs, kitchen team members and pub/hotel management team. Deliver seasonal masterclass training sessions for each of our food concepts. Provide constructive feedback and coaching to our teams to improve their cooking skills and performance. Provide training and support on food stocks, wastage and managing margin and gap. Work closely with the wider L&D team to design engaging online learning solutions. Lead the development and implementation of our Head Chef Induction Programme Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and new cooking techniques to continuously enhance training programs. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training initiatives, adjusting as necessary to ensure desired outcomes are achieved. Foster a culture of continuous learning and development within our back of house teams. Required Experience, Training and Qualifications: Youll have extensive experience working as a chef in a high-volume, premium food establishment. Ideally, youll have previous experience working in a training, teaching, or coaching role, preferably within the culinary field. Youll be familiar with identifying training needs and designing engaging training programmes. Youll possess in-depth knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen operations and have exemplary food safety standards. A strong communicator, with the ability to effectively engage and inspire others. Youll have excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities. A creative mindset with the ability to develop innovative training solutions. Minimum Food Safety Level 3 Driving License TPBN1_UKCT