Brockenhurst College
Kitchen Production Lead
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Kitchen Production Lead
Here at Brockenhurst College, we are looking to recruit a Kitchen Production Lead on a full time, permanent basis. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £33,367 - £44,365 pro rata per annum. (Unqualified teachers £26,436 to £33,367 pro rata per annum.)
We are a high-achieving college who attract around 2,800 sixth form students across the region each year. We are based within the stunning New Forest National Park and offer our students a huge range of courses and superb facilities.
The Kitchen Production Lead Role:
To deliver outstanding teaching, learning and assessment across Levels 1 to 3 Hospitality, Catering and Professional Cookery programmes, enabling students to develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours required for progression into employment, apprenticeships and further study.
The Kitchen Production Lead acts as the department's specialist lead for kitchen production, culinary operations and commercial catering activities. The postholder will ensure that practical learning environments operate efficiently, safely and to current industry standards, supporting high-quality student experiences and positive outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Deliver ambitious, inspiring and stimulating teaching and learning across courses in the suite of qualifications in the curriculum area
- Model current industry practice within practical delivery environments to enhance student learning and engagement.
- Alongside the Curriculum Leader and Co-ordinator, ensure that all internal college-related quality processes and procedures, are effectively undertaken in line with college requirements
- Ensure that student progress is tracked effectively
- Develop and facilitate meaningful enrichment opportunities for students on the courses delivered, including leading or supporting educational visits
- Support colleagues in maintaining consistent culinary standards, food production methods and operational practice across practical delivery.
- Lead the ordering, receipt and storage of food commodities, consumables and kitchen resources.
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Qualifications
- Strong practical culinary skills and industry knowledge.
- Excellent organisational and planning skills.
- Knowledge of food safety legislation and health and safety requirements.
- Understanding of stock control and food cost management.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- IT competence sufficient to support teaching and administrative requirements.
- Ability to motivate and inspire students to achieve their potential.
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Benefits
- 37 days leave, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas closure (pro rata for part time staff)
- An option to purchase further leave through our Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme provided externally to the College. This is a completely confidential service and is free to all members of staff at the College.
- On-site Nursery offers childcare at superb rates in and outside of term time
- Enrolment into the Teachers Pension Scheme
- Free eye care vouchers
- Free secure onsite parking
- Access to a range of discounts including shopping, travel and healthcare
- Access to onsite Gym, Tennis/Badminton courts, Football pitches (indoor & out)
- Weekly staff football
If you feel you are the right candidate for this Kitchen Production Lead role, then please click ‘apply' now!
Important Information
Closing Date: 25th September 2026
Interview Date: 4th/5th October 2026
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.
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