Cook expert - UK - (H/F)

About L'atelier des Chefs

L’atelier des Chefs is a leading provider of vocational training, specializing in essential "hands-on" and human-centric professions. We currently offer over 30 certified training programs on the french market in high-demand sectors, including hospitality, construction, healthcare, beauty & wellness, decorative arts, and mechanics. These meaningful careers are designed for passionate individuals ready to tackle the challenges of tomorrow.

Our 100% digital training model has supported over 20,000 learners to date, boasting an impressive 98% exam pass rate in 2025.

Our journey began in 2004 when our founders, François, Nicolas, and Jean-Sébastien, set out with a simple yet bold ambition: to "get people back into the kitchen." Through our cooking classes, nearly 2 million people have rediscovered the joy of cooking alongside our professional chefs.

In 2015, we reached a pivotal milestone by launching our first digital training program, which evolved into a certified professional qualification (CAP) by 2017. This innovative approach paved the way for a new generation of learners, offering them the flexibility to study at their own pace, earn recognized diplomas, and achieve their career goals.

Since 2021, we have expanded our expertise to other essential trades. By investing in these future-proof sectors, we continue our core mission: helping everyone achieve their full potential !

🎯 The Role

As a key member of our Pedagogy Business Unit, you will serve as the Chef / Cook expert / Trainer for Cuisine training. Your primary focus will be adapting and translating our content to deliver high-quality training programs for aspiring professionals cooks in the United Kingdom.

Key Responsibilities

🎯 Instructional Design & Project Management

• Design and structure comprehensive learning pathways (curricula, resources, assessments).

• Ensure the overall consistency and quality of content, both in substance and presentation.

• Document and brief the sales and support teams on the specificities of the training program.

🎬 Content Creation & Production

• Produce multi-channel resources: scriptwriting, graphic creation, and proofreading.

• Be the face of the program: Perform technical culinary demonstrations and present educational content on camera.

🤝 Expertise & Networking

• Act as the lead culinary expert for the pedagogical teams.

• Build and manage a network of experts: engage suppliers, professional partners, and external assessors to enrich the curriculum.

🕵️ Who are we looking for ?

🌟 This role is for you if...

• You are bilingual in English and French (C1 level minimum).

• You have at least 4 years of professional culinary experience and a perfect mastery of core techniques in the UK market

• You have a deep understanding of the professional culinary ecosystem on the UK market

• You can interpret professional standards/qualifications and want to apply your skills in a new way.

• You are skilled at managing professional networks and sharing your knowledge with patience, empathy, and strong pedagogical skills.

• You are tech-friendly and comfortable with digital tools.

• You possess excellent interpersonal and client-facing skills.

👉 Previous experience in trainer position or education is a significant advantage!

📃 Contract : Fixed-term (CDD) or Freelance, with the potential to transition into a permanent role (CDI)

⌛️ Duration : Mission until the end of 2026, with a potential extension as a freelancer or through a permanent contract (CDI)

📍Flexibility : Headquarters, Full Remote work from the UK is possible, with regular travel to our Paris headquarters required

⏰ Schedule : Full-time (Monday to Friday)

🕞 Start Date : March