Lecturer/Instructor – Food Photography

About the role

Boma International Hospitality College (BIHC) is seeking a passionate Lecturer/Instructor to lead Food Photography training. Reporting to the Culinary Lead, you will combine culinary knowledge, food styling, and photographic expertise to equip students with professional imaging skills for menus, cookbooks, social media, and hospitality marketing.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, develop, deliver and evaluate the Food Photography curriculum.
• Teach practical and theoretical aspects of food styling, lighting, composition and digital imaging.
• Assess student work, provide feedback and track learner development.
• Maintain industry‑relevant resources and equipment.
• Engage with industry partners to ensure curriculum relevance and create placement opportunities.

Required profile

• Proven experience in food photography and styling.
• Strong culinary background or formal culinary education.
• Ability to teach and mentor students in a classroom setting.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 quality standards is a plus.

Required skills

• Food photography techniques.
• Food styling and presentation.
• Lighting and composition for culinary subjects.
• Digital imaging and photo editing (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom).
• Professional camera operation.

What we offer

• An inclusive, diverse work environment that values professionalism, passion and growth.
• Opportunities to work within a TVET Centre of Excellence for hospitality training.
• Professional development aligned with industry standards.