Food Technology Technician Vacancy - Secondary School In Manchester

Marchant Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Enfield School is seeking a dedicated Food Technology Technician to support the Food Technology department with lesson preparation, equipment maintenance and safe practical activities. You will ensure classrooms, kitchens and resources are well organised and ready for lessons, while upholding health and safety standards.

The role involves assisting teachers, managing ingredients and stock, and helping pupils develop practical cooking and nutrition skills in a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Food Technology, catering, hospitality, school or practical support environment.
• Good knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and food hygiene.
• Excellent organisational and practical skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing ingredients, equipment and materials for Food Technology lessons.
• Supporting teachers during practical food preparation and cooking activities.
• Ensuring kitchens, classrooms and food preparation areas are clean, safe and well organised.
• Maintaining and checking Food Technology equipment and reporting faults where necessary.
• Monitoring food stocks and ordering or replenishing ingredients and consumables as required.
• Ensuring ingredients are stored correctly and safely, including appropriate temperature and hygiene controls.
• Supporting the safe use of ovens, hobs, mixers, food processors and other practical equipment.
• Maintaining appropriate Health & Safety, food hygiene and COSHH procedures.
• Assisting with the preparation and organisation of practical assessments and examinations.
• Supporting pupils during practical activities and encouraging safe and responsible working practices.
• Preparing demonstrations and resources to support classroom teaching.
• Maintaining accurate records of equipment, stock, maintenance and safety checks.
• Liaising closely with Food Technology teachers and other members of the Design Technology department.
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the Food Technology department.

Skills

Food preparation

Organisational skills

Health & safety awareness

Communication with teachers

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Relevant qualification in Food Technology

Tools

Ovens & Hobs

Food processors

Hygiene equipment

Job description

Food Technology Technician Vacancy - Enfield

• Food Technology Technician

• Full-Time

• Secondary School in Manchester, Greater Manchester

• ASAP Start

Inspire, Support and Develop Practical Skills

We are looking for a dedicated, organised and practical Food Technology Technician to join a welcoming secondary school in Manchester.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for food, practical learning and supporting young people. You will work closely with Food Technology teachers to ensure lessons are well prepared, resources and ingredients are available, and practical activities are delivered safely and effectively.

The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting pupils to develop their practical cooking, food preparation and nutritional skills while helping to maintain a safe, organised and engaging Food Technology environment.

Your Role

As Food Technology Technician, you will provide practical and technical support to the Food Technology department, helping teachers and pupils prepare for lessons and ensuring classrooms, kitchens and equipment are maintained to a high standard.

You will be responsible for:

• Preparing ingredients, equipment and materials for Food Technology lessons.

• Supporting teachers during practical food preparation and cooking activities.

• Ensuring kitchens, classrooms and food preparation areas are clean, safe and well organised.

• Maintaining and checking Food Technology equipment and reporting faults where necessary.

• Monitoring food stocks and ordering or replenishing ingredients and consumables as required.

• Ensuring ingredients are stored correctly and safely, including appropriate temperature and hygiene controls.

• Supporting the safe use of ovens, hobs, mixers, food processors and other practical equipment.

• Maintaining appropriate Health & Safety, food hygiene and COSHH procedures.

• Assisting with the preparation and organisation of practical assessments and examinations.

• Supporting pupils during practical activities and encouraging safe and responsible working practices.

• Preparing demonstrations and resources to support classroom teaching.

• Maintaining accurate records of equipment, stock, maintenance and safety checks.

• Liaising closely with Food Technology teachers and other members of the Design Technology department.

• Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the Food Technology department.

The Person We're Looking For

This role would suit someone who is practical, organised, reliable and passionate about food and education.

You will ideally bring:

• Previous experience in a Food Technology, catering, hospitality, school or practical support environment.

• Good knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and food hygiene.

• Excellent organisational and practical skills.

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to Health & Safety.

• Confidence using a range of kitchen equipment and Food Technology resources.

• An understanding of food allergies, dietary requirements and safe food handling.

• The ability to prepare resources and manage competing priorities effectively.

• Good communication skills and the ability to work positively with teachers and pupils.

• A calm, patient and approachable manner.

• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a wider school team.

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

What You Can Expect

Joining the school means becoming part of a supportive team committed to providing pupils with engaging and meaningful practical learning opportunities.

The successful candidate will benefit from:

• A friendly and supportive secondary school environment.

• A collaborative Food Technology and Design Technology department.

• The opportunity to work directly with pupils and support their practical development.

• A varied role involving food preparation, equipment and classroom support.

• Opportunities to develop your practical and technical skills.

• A school culture focused on inclusion, achievement and positive outcomes for young people.

Supporting Practical Learning

Food Technology is an important part of developing pupils' independence, creativity and understanding of healthy food choices.

The successful candidate will help create a positive practical learning environment where pupils can develop confidence in cooking, food preparation and safe working practices.

You will be confident supporting pupils during practical activities while maintaining appropriate boundaries and ensuring that Health & Safety and food hygiene standards are consistently followed.

Health & Safety and Safeguarding

The school is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.

The successful applicant will be required to complete appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, and provide satisfactory references. All staff are expected to follow the school's safeguarding, Health & Safety, food hygiene, confidentiality and data protection procedures.