Food Technician (D&T dept)

Wrexham County Borough Council; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a Food Technician to support the Food Technology department at a secondary school. You'll prepare ingredients, maintain a safe kitchen, and assist students during cooking sessions. Ideal candidates are organized and passionate about food education. Applications are welcomed from all qualified individuals. Closing date for applications is on 13th October 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen or school setting required.
• Enthusiasm for working with young people is essential.
• Strong organisational skills needed for lesson preparation.

Responsibilities

• Order and prepare ingredients and equipment for practical lessons.
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Assist learners during cooking sessions.

Skills

Organisational skills

Passion for food education

Experience in a kitchen or school setting

Job description

Rhosnesni High School

Headteacher: Andrew Brant

We are seeking to appoint a Food Technician to support our secondary school's thriving Food Technology department, within our experienced Design & Technology faculty.

Are you organised, enthusiastic, and passionate about food education? In this hands-on role, you will:

• Order and prepare ingredients and equipment for practical lessons
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment
• Assist learners during cooking sessions

You will play a key part in helping young people develop essential life skills in food preparation, hygiene, and nutrition. If you have experience in a kitchen or a school setting and enjoy working with young people, we would love to hear from you.

Join our team and help inspire the chefs of tomorrow!

For further information, please contact Suzanne Blackshaw, Business Manager on 01978 340840. Applications should be sent by email.

Wrexham Council is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, sexuality, religious belief, or age.

Closing date: 13th October 2025. Interviews: date to be confirmed.