Food Technician

Tradewind Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support provider is seeking a Food Technician for a secondary school in Newham. You will provide practical support to the Food Technology department, ensuring equipment is safe and ready for use while assisting teachers and students during practical lessons. The ideal candidate has excellent organisational skills and an understanding of food hygiene regulations. This full-time, term-time role offers opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Welcoming and inclusive community

Training and development opportunities

Key role in student success

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of food hygiene and health/safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical support to the Food Technology department.
• Maintain and clear equipment for practical lessons.
• Ensure classrooms and tools are safe and ready.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Understanding of food hygiene

Ability to work independently

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Food Technician
Location: Secondary School, Newham
Contract: Full-time / Term-time only

Responsibilities

• Provide practical support to the Food Technology department.
• Prepare, maintain and clear away equipment and ingredients for practical lessons.
• Ensure that classrooms, tools and equipment are safe, clean and ready to use.
• Order and manage stock of ingredients and resources in line with budgets.
• Support teachers and students during practical sessions, helping to create a safe and effective learning environment.

What we are looking for

• Has excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Can work efficiently and independently as well as part of a team.
• Understands food hygiene, health and safety regulations (training can be provided).
• Is flexible, reliable and committed to supporting students\' learning experiences.

What we offer

• A welcoming and inclusive school community.
• Training and development opportunities.
• A chance to play a key role in helping students succeed in Food Technology