As a Lecturer, you will play a pivotal role in nurturing learners for both professional success and personal growth. Your responsibilities will span curriculum development and delivery for Pre-Employment Training (PET) and Continuing Education & Training (CET) programmes, mentoring students, supporting culinary competitions, and contributing to industry-based and innovation projects.
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (Food & Beverage Business) - School of Applied Science
Nanyang Polytechnic
Fixed Terms
Closing on 09 Sep 2025
What the role is
What you will be working on
- Design, develop, and deliver curriculum for both PET and CET programmes in areas such as Asian and Western Culinary Arts, Kitchen Operations. Ensure alignment with industry standards and incorporate both traditional and modern cooking techniques.
- Lead and support applied research, industry collaborations, and school initiatives focused on culinary innovation, sustainability, and modern kitchen technologies.
- Prepare and grade assessments and supervise learners in their daily coursework and practical applications.
- Mentor and supervise learners, providing guidance in skills development, recipe formulation, and competition preparation. Actively support student participation in culinary competitions and promote excellence in culinary education.
- Manage Learning Management System (LMS) and leverage digital tools to enhance teaching and learning experiences.
- Provide personal mentorship to students by supporting their academic progress, emotional well-being, and handling related administrative matters.
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What we are looking for
Highly motivated and resourceful candidates who are nurturing and enjoy interacting with learners with the following:
- Minimum of eight years of relevant industry experience in culinary field with supervisory experience in professional kitchens.
- Have relevant qualification in culinary arts.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, proficient in digital skills, ability to adapt and multi-task.
- Mentor and supervise learners, providing guidance in skills development, recipe formulation, and competition preparation. Actively support student participation in culinary competitions and promote excellence in culinary education.
- Candidates with proven participation and accolades in culinary competitions will have an added advantage.
- Passionate about food innovation, with experience in crafting content that integrates sustainability and emerging culinary technologies.
About Nanyang Polytechnic
Nanyang Polytechnic is committed to providing quality education and training to prepare our graduates for life and work, equipping them to contribute to the technological, economic and social development of Singapore. Nanyang Polytechnic will harness our resources and expertise to offer manpower development programmes and services to business and industry in support of Singapore's national development.
About your application process
This job is closing on 09 Sep 2025.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within Nanyang Polytechnic or the wider Public Service.