Mathew's Profile
Job title
Lecturer
Academic qualifications
NVQ Level 1, NVQ Level 2, NVQ Level 3, H.N.D. in Hospitality Business Management, B.A. Hons Degree in Business Management, PGCE, M.A. Master’s Degree with Distinction in Culinary Arts Management
Professional recognition / membership
Member of many hospitality organisations worldwide
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Profile
I have strived throughout my life to achieve the best standards in the hospitality & food industry. From an early age always enjoyed working with food and cooking for people.
During my professional career I’ve worked in coffee shops, gastro pubs, 4-star hotels, restaurants, catering trailers, contract catering, product development and hospitality. I have also worked as a chef patron and business owner.
I hold more than 200 hospitality and catering awards, including the Culinary World Cup, Culinary Olympics, the Acorn award, Craft Guild Chef Lecturer of the Year, and the Jack Daniels World BBQ Championships. I have also been a finalist in Publican Newcomer of the Year, the Roux Scholarship, National and BCF Chef of the Year
I started teaching at University College Birmingham & other Colleges in 1999 part-time before joining full-time in 2009, I continue to maintain the University's high standards and support the success of its students in whatever part of the industry they enter. I have mentored students over the years in culinary competitions, charity events and supported work placements while liaising with industry.
Teaching
- Advanced Culinary Techniques (Level 5)
- Advanced Culinary Skills (Level 4)
- Gastronomist (Level 4)
- Dissertation Tutor (Level 6 & 7)
External engagements
- British Culinary Federation Committee Member
- World Association of Chefs Committee Member
- The National England Junior Team Manager
