Szymon Lara
Lecturer
Module Leader
London Geller College of Hospitality and Tourism
I have worked in the hospitality industry as a professional chef for over a decade. This included running my private dining company and working in renowned establishments all whilst completing my university education. Deciding to further continue my education by becoming a doctoral student, I pursued a career in higher education, with specialism in food and nutrition security.
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Qualifications
- MA in Food Business Management - University of West London,
- BA (hons) in Culinary Arts & Business Management - Middlesex University London (in collaboration with Westminster Kingsway College),
- FdSc in Culinary Arts Science - London South Bank University
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Memberships
The International Centre for Hospitality and Aviation Resilience Management (ICHARM)Royal Botanic Gardens Kew - Science
Research
Currently undertaking a PhD in the field of food business and nutrition science at the University of West London & Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. The project is orientated around the barriers and facilitators of food systems diversification with neglected or underutilised food crops in fight against food and nutrition insecurity.
