Food Technician

Step Teachers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Exclusive deals

Wellbeing services

Job summary

Step Teachers is seeking a Food Technician for a well-regarded 11-16 secondary school in Greater London. The position is temporary and ongoing, full-time starting September 2026, supporting practical lessons, ensuring food hygiene, stock management, and assisting teachers.

We are looking for someone with experience in food, catering, hospitality or school settings, knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety, strong organisational skills, ability to work independently or in a team, and a

Qualifications

• Experience in food, catering, hospitality or school environment.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety regulations.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Preparing ingredients, equipment and resources for practical lessons.
• Maintaining food hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Managing stock levels and ordering supplies when required.
• Cleaning and maintaining kitchen equipment and workspaces.
• Supporting teachers during practical sessions.
• Ensuring teaching areas are organised and ready for use.

Skills

Food hygiene

Organisational skills

Time management

Teamwork

Independent working

Safeguarding

Job description

Food Technician – Temporary and ongoing, full-time starting September 2026

This is a well‑regarded 11–16 secondary school that was judged Good by Ofsted, with inspectors praising the school's quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. The school is known for its creative curriculum, supportive staff culture, and commitment to helping students achieve their full potential.

The school has a strong reputation for the arts and creative subjects, providing students with engaging learning opportunities and excellent facilities.

Duties as a Food Technician

• Preparing ingredients, equipment, and resources for practical lessons
• Maintaining food hygiene and health & safety standards
• Managing stock levels and ordering supplies when required
• Cleaning and maintaining kitchen equipment and workspaces
• Supporting teachers during practical sessions
• Ensuring teaching areas are organised and ready for use

Ideal Food Technician

• Previous experience working within a food, catering, hospitality, or school environment
• Knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety regulations
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Passion for supporting young people’s learning
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Safeguarding and Compliance

Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance "Keeping Children Safe in Education", including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Benefits and Compensation

Your salary — dependent on experience — is paid weekly through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Furthermore, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well‑being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.