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Manchester Communication Academy is offering a Food Technician Apprentice role starting September 2026. You’ll learn on the job, working with our Food Technology department and school catering team, gaining practical experience while supporting lessons and food service.
The apprenticeship is full-time (35 hours/week), term-time only, fixed for 18 months. You’ll learn to prepare ingredients, set up equipment, assist pupils, manage stock, follow hygiene and safety procedures, and develop skills in
MCA Food technician apprentice - September 2026
You’ll learn on the job, working alongside experienced colleagues across both our Food Technology department and school catering provision.
Rather than expecting you to arrive with all the skills, we’ll help you develop them. You’ll gain practical experience supporting Food Technology lessons, preparing ingredients and equipment, maintaining food preparation areas and helping pupils enjoy practical food education. You’ll also spend time supporting our catering team and learning how a busy school food service operates.
You’ll learn how to:
This role will be offered as a full time (35 hours per week). Term time only. The employment will be on a fixed term basis for 18 months (apprenticeship length)
Manchester Communication Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure for a Regulated Activity via the Disclosure and Barring Service.