Cookery School Chef in Easton

WSH Restaurants is a unique collection of stylish restaurants based in different locations around the UK, each with its own character, offering great hospitality through exceptional food and warm, skilful service. We work to the highest standards because we care passionately about our food, service, people and customers. Our mission is to create individual, world-class dining destinations, united in their unwavering standards of quality and service, and revered for their uniquely refined and relaxed ambience.

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Maintain strict food hygiene and health & safety standards at all times.
• Work closely with senior chefs and the restaurant brigade.
• Contribute ideas for new courses, seasonal menus, and event concepts.

Qualifications

• 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.

Additional Information

• 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, employee discounts at several retailers, access to our Employee Assistance Programme, and a Cycle to Work Scheme.

Employment Type: Permanent

Hours Per Week: 34

Salary: Up to £35,000