Food Technician – High Achieving Secondary School – Manchester

Marchant Recruitment; Oldham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is recruiting a Food Technician for a welcoming secondary school in the United Kingdom. The role focuses on supporting practical Food Technology lessons, preparing ingredients, maintaining equipment, and ensuring hygienic, safe kitchen areas.

You will work closely with teaching staff to deliver practical sessions across KS3 and KS4, manage stock and resources, and help students gain hands-on skills in food preparation and nutrition.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates good understanding of food hygiene and health and safety procedures.
• Good organisation and ability to manage a varied workload.
• Strong attention to detail and proactive approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients, materials and equipment for Food Technology lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Assist teaching staff with the organisation and delivery of practical cooking sessions.
• Maintain clean, safe and hygienic food preparation areas, ensuring compliance with food hygiene and health and safety regulations.
• Monitor and maintain stock levels of ingredients, equipment and classroom resources.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is clean, safe and in good working order.
• Support with the storage, preparation and disposal of food in line with relevant hygiene procedures.
• Assist with setting up and clearing away practical classrooms before and after lessons.
• Maintain accurate records of stock, equipment and food safety checks.

Skills

Food hygiene

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

We are seeking a reliable, organised and enthusiastic Food Technician to join a welcoming and supportive secondary school. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for food preparation, practical learning and supporting young people in an educational environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the Food Technology department, ensuring that practical lessons run smoothly and that staff and students have access to the equipment, ingredients and resources they need.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients, materials and equipment for Food Technology lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Assist teaching staff with the organisation and delivery of practical cooking sessions.
• Maintain clean, safe and hygienic food preparation areas, ensuring compliance with food hygiene and health and safety regulations.
• Monitor and maintain stock levels of ingredients, equipment and classroom resources.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is clean, safe and in good working order.
• Support with the storage, preparation and disposal of food in line with relevant hygiene procedures.
• Assist with setting up and clearing away practical classrooms before and after lessons.
• Maintain accurate records of stock, equipment and food safety checks.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has a genuine interest in food preparation, cooking and nutrition.
• Possesses good organisational skills and can manage a varied workload effectively.
• Has excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to work.
• Can work collaboratively with teaching staff and other support colleagues.
• Understands the importance of food hygiene, health and safety procedures.
• Has previous experience in a kitchen, catering or school environment (desirable but not essential).

Why Apply?

• Join a supportive and friendly secondary school environment.
• Play an important role in delivering engaging and practical Food Technology lessons.
• Make a positive contribution to students’ learning and development.
• Benefit from an opportunity to develop your skills and experience within education.