Academic Staff

James is a lecturer within the area of Food & Beverage management in the School.  With 25 years professional and managerial experience across many high-quality establishments including The Shelbourne Hotel and L’Ecrivain Restaurant.

Lecturing in both practical and theory modules, James is passionate about skills development, internship opportunities and critical thinking amongst the student cohort.

Currently, James is Chairperson of the school’s internship team and is an academic sports mentor to our elite sports students within our school.

Outside of the school, James is passionate about skills and currently holds the role of Chief examiner for World Skills Ireland in Skill No 35- Restaurant Service.

James has received many national and international awards; he has master's degree in Hospitality Management and a Postgraduate Diploma in third level teaching and learning. Currently a PhD candidate with a focus on frameworks within education.