Nicky Leach

I originally studied for a Professional Catering Craft Diploma at University College Birmingham and progressed onto the Higher National Diploma in Hospitality Management.

I then went into bar management with Embassy Hotels. After six months I took on the additional role of assistant restaurant manager, before advancing to become manager of restaurant and bars. During my time with Embassy I was part of the transition to Jarvis Hotels, and eventually to Ramada Jarvis.

I completed a Bachelor of Philosophy in Hospitality, and joined University College Birmingham as a lecturer in 2001, and I am currently studying for a Masters in Learning and Teaching Vocational Subjects.

• Hospitality Industry
• Nutrition and Healthier Diets
• Personal Professional Development
• Certificate in Food and Beverage Service (Level 1)
• BTEC Extended Diploma in Hospitality
• Culinary Arts Management (Year 1 practical module)
• Culinary Arts Management (Year 3 practical module)
• Tutor for BTEC group.

Part of the Culinary Competition Team and Part of the Leonardo Project for overseas placement.