Join us for our Open Evening at Leiths on Thursday 5th February 2026, 6:30–8:30pm, and discover how the Culinary Diploma can launch your career in food.
Join us for our Open Evening at Leiths on Thursday 5th February 2026, 6:30–8:30pm, and discover how the Culinary Diploma can launch your career in food.
If you’ve always dreamt of a career in food, Leiths Education knows how to get you there. With Leiths graduates working in every sector of the food industry and in-house recruitment experts, a qualification from Leiths Education is the springboard for every
kind of successful culinary career.
Our in-house recruitment agency will support you to build a successful career in food. With contacts across the food world, Sarah at Leiths List Connect will help you find bespoke work experience and roles tailored to you. The best thing is that the support doesn’t end after you graduate. As both a Leiths student and graduate, you will always have access to the best work opportunities for you.
The Leiths name will get you where you want to go. We often hear that Leiths trained chefs bump into each other in the workplace. In top restaurant kitchens, on film sets and food styling shoots, in product development teams and at cookbook launches. You name it, there’s probably another Leiths chef there.
At Leiths, not only will you develop exceptional cookery skills for life. You will build an exclusive network of contacts and gain access to 50+ years of culinary careers experience. Simply put, a qualification from Leiths is the key to your future in food.
If you’ve always dreamt of a career in food, Leiths Education knows how to get you there.
Food broadcasters, including podcasters, food stylists and TV or radio researchers, create compelling media content around food culture. They entertain, inform, and educate audiences, influencing public perceptions and discussions about food trends and industry developments.
Food writers and content creators produce engaging written and visual content, from restaurant reviews to recipes. These roles require strong storytelling skills, an eye for detail, and an in-depth understanding of food culture to capture the audience’s interest.
Recipe developers and food consultants work on creating new products and dishes, often collaborating with chefs or food businesses. These roles involve testing and refining recipes, staying on top of trends, and ensuring the final result meets both taste and nutritional standards.
Careers in restaurants offer exciting opportunities, whether working in the kitchen or front-of-house. From creating delicious dishes to managing wine selections, these roles require creativity, precision and a passion for delivering memorable dining experiences in a fast-paced environment. Each restaurant is it’s own little world so each role is completely unique to that kitchen.
Personal and household chefs prepare bespoke meals for clients in private homes, chalets, yachts, or at special events. Offering high-end, personalised services, they focus on meeting specific dietary requirements and creating exceptional dining experiences in exclusive settings.
Events professionals specialise in providing tailored culinary experiences for corporate events, weddings and private parties. These roles demand strong organisational skills, creativity, and the ability to adapt to different client needs and event settings.
A career in food and beverage business involves sourcing quality products for restaurants, shops, and consumers, and offers opportunities for entrepreneurs to start their own food businesses. Develop skills in procurement, supply, and running a successful food venture.
Food educators, including teachers, activists and policy researchers, focus on teaching about food systems, sustainability and nutrition. They play a vital role in shaping how future generations understand food’s cultural significance and its impact on health and the environment.
Nutritionists, dietitians and food psychologists study the links between food and health. These professionals guide individuals and organisations in making informed dietary choices, exploring the psychological effects of food, and promoting overall health through evidence-based practices.