Culinary Vocational School Instructor
ちょうりせんもんがっこうきょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : Other School Teachers
Summary
Culinary vocational school instructors teach and guide cooking techniques, food culture, hygiene and safety management, etc., in cooking training courses at vocational schools and specialized training colleges.
Description
Culinary vocational school instructors provide instruction in cooking techniques, food hygiene, food culture, and business knowledge through practical classes and lectures in cooking training courses at vocational schools and specialized training colleges. They handle a wide range of tasks, including menu development, creation of practical training materials, management of equipment and utensils, safety and hygiene guidance, and job placement support for students. In addition to developing lesson plans, evaluating grades, and preparing practical training environments, they are required to update curricula to incorporate the latest cooking techniques and trends.
Future Outlook
While there is an impact from declining student numbers due to the falling birthrate, the demand for highly specialized instructors is expected to remain stable due to the need to improve the quality of culinary education and develop courses to meet inbound demand. Acquiring educational skills utilizing ICT and online classes will become important.
Personality Traits
Can respond flexibly / Has a strong sense of responsibility / Has ambition for self-improvement / Has cooperativeness / Has enthusiasm for education
Work Style
Full-time / Full-time Lecturer / Part-time Lecturer / Practical Training / Shift
Career Path
Licensed Cook → Cooking classroom instructor → Full-time instructor → Chief instructor / Department head → Principal / Vice principal
Required Skills
Cooking skills / Educational curriculum design / Food hygiene management (HACCP) / Practical training instruction skills / Safety management
Recommended Skills
Career support / ICT utilization (online classes) / Presentation skills / Recipe development
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Important for hygiene management of ingredients and accurate cooking procedure guidance. |
| Communication Skills | To provide clear and understandable guidance to students. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because new ideas are needed for developing practical menus and creating teaching materials. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it is necessary to continuously acquire knowledge of the latest cooking techniques and food culture. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and practical guidance. |
| Planning & Organization | Because it is necessary to create and manage lesson curricula and practical plans. |
Related Qualifications
- Licensed Cook Certificate
Aliases
- Cooking instructor
- Culinary vocational school teacher
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