Part-time Lecturer / Instructor (Culinary Arts and Management)

Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong
 
Department / Section : Department of Hospitality and Business Management
Ref. no : O/THEi-DHBM/PTL_I(CAM)/06/25
 
The Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) is a member institute of the Vocational Training Council (VTC), established in 2012. It is an innovative, professional and entrepreneurial organisation committed to greening and sustainability. THEi offers over 20 professional "Applied Science-Oriented" undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes across six Academic Departments: Department of Food and Health Sciences, Department of Construction, Environment and Engineering, Department of Sport and Recreation, Department of Hospitality and Business Management, Department of Design and Architecture, and Department of Digital Innovation and Technology. These programmes integrate theoretical knowledge with practical applications cover industries with growth potential in Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region, ensuring that students can apply what they learn effectively. THEi’s undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes are accredited by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications, as well as by the relevant professional bodies where appropriate. By adopting an applied Science-Oriented teaching approach, THEi equips students with professional skills and knowledge to meet various future challenges upon graduation. THEi also collaborates closely with the industry and engage students in active learning pedagogies including a strong emphasis on project-based learning involving real-world problem-solving with and for local industries and professions.
For more information about our Institute, please visit https://www.thei.edu.hk.
 
Major Duties:
The appointee shall report to the Programme Leader and Head of Department, and engage in teaching and related learning activities.
      
Requirements:
The successful candidate should have a recognised Master’s degree, preferably in Hospitality and Culinary Arts with a Food & Beverage focus; with at least 4 years of teaching/research experience at tertiary level and/or experience in professional practice in relevant fields; and high proficiency in English and preferably in Chinese.  Candidates with the ability to teach the following subjects will have an advantage:
(i)    Chinese Culinary Fundamentals;
(ii)    Guangdong Dim Sum Culinary Skills & Culture; and
(iii)    Regional Chinese Culinary Arts.
 
Notes:
(1)    Applicants with a recognised Bachelor’s degree in the relevant disciplines but less experience may also apply and will be considered as Part-time Instructor.
(2)    The appointee may be required to perform duties at different sites and work irregular hours, shifts and on Saturdays and Sundays as necessary.
(3)    The remuneration package will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
(4)    The appointee will work at the Chai Wan Campus.

Application Procedures:
A completed application form [VTC-1 (Rev. 11/2024)], together with a full curriculum vitae, should be sent to thei-jobs@thei.edu.hk.
 
Candidates should take note of the following:
(1)    Completed application form and detailed curriculum vitae (CV) should be combined into one file in PDF format with a file size below 10MB.
(2)    The file should be saved with the applicant’s name as “surname and given name”, e.g. “CHAN Siu-lam.pdf”.
(3)    For the email subject, please cite “Application for Part-time Lecturer / Instructor (Culinary Arts and Management) (Ref.: O/THEi-DHBM/PTL_I(CAM)/06/25)”.
 
Closing date for application: 4 July 2025
 
The Institute reserves the right not to fill the post.  Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only. Information on unsuccessful candidates will normally be destroyed 12 months after the completion of the recruitment exercise.