Robert Tessier

Job Title: Course Co-ordinator in Catering

Department: Business & Services Industries

Previous Roles/Industry Experience: I have worked in 5star and Michelin stared Hotels in France, New Zealand and all over the UK for 33 years and have been a proprietor of my own restaurant for eight of them years.

Benefit(s) of learning from an industry expert: The benefits are high, you will gain good knowledge while being shown how to work in a professional capacity, like organisational skills, knife skill, team player, interpersonal skills, time management etc..

Tell us why students should study your course/subject area at Northern Regional College: People wanting to come on the course need to have a passion for catering, they need to enjoy it, this will show in your work and help you travel the world working in some of the most expensive and beautiful places on the planet. Cooking for all kinds of people from dietary requirements to film stars here in Northern Ireland. The work is hard, but the reward is greater.

Most rewarding part of your job: The people you meet from all over the world, expanding your own knowledge and understanding, and the locations you can work in.

Most memorable moment at Northern Regional College: Winning Lecturer of the Year was a highlight of my career here at the College.