Food Technician

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment Ltd is seeking a reliable Food Technology Technician for a secondary school in Bristol to support its Design & Technology department.

You will prepare ingredients, assist with GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition sessions, ensure hygiene and safety, and help manage stock and departmental organisation. Prior kitchen experience and DBS checks are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation, catering or professional kitchen environment.
• Good understanding of food hygiene and safe handling.
• Strong organisational skills to prepare for multiple lessons.

Responsibilities

• Preparing ingredients, food materials and equipment ahead of practical lessons.
• Supporting teachers with the organisation and preparation of GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition sessions.
• Ensuring kitchen workstations, utensils and equipment are clean, safe and ready for use.
• Monitoring food stock, checking expiry dates and assisting with ordering ingredients.
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and kitchen safety.
• Ensuring appropriate food storage and safe handling procedures are followed.
• Supporting allergen management and preventing cross-contamination.
• Cleaning and maintaining kitchen appliances and reporting any faults or maintenance requirements.
• Assisting with the general organisation and smooth running of the Food Technology department.

Skills

Food preparation

Catering

Hospitality

Food hygiene

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Food Technology Technician - Secondary School

Location: Bristol Pay: 105 - 115 per day

Are you passionate about food, organised and enjoy working in a practical, hands‑on environment? Tradewind Recruitment is working with a secondary school in Bristol seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Food Technology Technician to support its Design & Technology department.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous catering, hospitality, food preparation or kitchen experience who would enjoy supporting practical lessons and helping students develop their food preparation and cooking skills.

Before applying, please consider the following:

1. Do you have previous experience in food preparation, catering, hospitality or a similar kitchen-based role?
2. Do you have a good understanding of food hygiene, kitchen safety and allergen awareness?
3. Are you confident preparing ingredients, organising equipment and maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment?

The Role – What will you be doing?

As a Food Technology Technician, you will play an important role in supporting the delivery of practical Food Technology lessons across the secondary school. Responsibilities will include:

• Preparing ingredients, food materials and equipment ahead of practical lessons.
• Supporting teachers with the organisation and preparation of GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition sessions.
• Ensuring kitchen workstations, utensils and equipment are clean, safe and ready for use.
• Monitoring food stock, checking expiry dates and assisting with ordering ingredients.
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and kitchen safety.
• Ensuring appropriate food storage and safe handling procedures are followed.
• Supporting allergen management and preventing cross-contamination.
• Cleaning and maintaining kitchen appliances and reporting any faults or maintenance requirements.
• Assisting with the general organisation and smooth running of the Food Technology department.

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience in food preparation, catering, hospitality or a professional kitchen environment.
• A good understanding of food hygiene, safe food handling and kitchen health and safety.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prepare for multiple lessons throughout the day.
• An understanding of food allergies, dietary requirements and cross-contamination.
• A proactive attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a wider department.
• Good communication skills and confidence working around secondary-age pupils.
• An enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to obtain one through Tradewind Recruitment.

Additional qualifications and certificates are desirable, including Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety, Food Allergens Awareness, Level 2 Food Preparation and Cooking, Level 2 Health & Safety, COSHH Awareness and First Aid.

Formal qualifications are not essential where candidates can demonstrate relevant practical experience and a willingness to undertake any necessary training.