Careers at TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW: A career of life-changing impact

Teacher of Commercial Cookery

Armidale/Tamworth Campuses

Temporary Part-Time (14hrs p/w) until 31 December 2026

$108,542 – 128,724 salary package - includes base salary ($95,630 – $113,411), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading 

At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact.

Life-changing impact starts with an incredible team that sees their career as an opportunity to transform someone’s world. Whether that’s inspiring students, supporting each other, or helping our communities and industries flourish. 

We live by TAFE NSW values: Customer First, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. They define who we are, how we work and inspire our performance.   

We invest in our people

At TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work.

We provide you with tools and ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, and a variety of flexible working options.

About the role

We’re seeking world-class educators to inspire the next generation of Commercial Cookery and Patisserie students!

Share your skills and passion for education, help students build the skills, qualifications, and employability to support their career goals. 

This is a temporary, part-time position (14 hours per week) available until 31 December 2026. The role requires travel between our Armidale and Tamworth campuses and delivery of both Commercial Cookery and Patisserie classes.

About You

To be successful in the role, you will:

1. Hold appropriate subject knowledge and skills, and at minimum hold a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and Certificate III in Patisserie or equivalent.
2. Have a minimum of three years post-qualification industry experience relevant to your qualifications, gained no longer than five years previously.
3. Hold evidence of the required teaching qualification to deliver Vocational Education and Training (VET). See the candidate support document here for details.
4. Be prepared to develop and maintain your VET knowledge and skills as well as your industry currency, and trainer/assessor competence.

To find out more about the role, click to view the Role Description.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culturally safe and accessible workplace where dignity, trust, respect, and the promotion of diversity and inclusion are valued, so you can safely bring your whole self to work and connect with your community through our many diverse employee networks. If you require an adjustment in the recruitment process, please let your Talent Acquisition Advisor know.

Together we can change lives! Apply now!

Applications close 11.55pm AEDT Wednesday 11 March 2026.

To apply for this role, click on 'apply' and provide:

• Your current resume (with evidence of how you meet minimum industry experience required)
• Certified copies of your qualifications (uploaded as one combined PDF file)

Additional Information:

TAFE temporary teacher applications will be considered in order of priority. All eligible persons whether internal or external to TAFE NSW are able to apply, however a Temporary Teacher Priority Assessment will be undertaken for this role. More information can be found here. 

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: Contact Braidie Stride, Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email at braidie.stride1@tafensw.edu.au. 

Role-specific enquiries: Contact Daniel Herden, Head Teacher Tourism and Hospitality via email at daniel.herden1@tafensw.edu.au or phone 0419 612 304.

For support with preparing your application and understanding the recruitment process, visit our Application Process page, and explore the helpful resources available through I Work for NSW.

Interested in becoming a TAFE NSW Teacher and inspiring the next generation of students but don’t yet hold a TAE qualification? Speak with your Talent Acquisition Advisor about pathways to teaching or register your interest here.

This is a child-related position. Successful candidates must hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) prior to commencing. TAFE NSW will also conduct an Australian National Criminal Record Check on the preferred applicant as part of the pre‑employment process.

To be eligible for a position at TAFE NSW, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

An eligibility list, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position and used to fill future vacancies.

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