Hospitality Technician

Wiltshire College & University Centre; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional educational institution is seeking a Hospitality Technician to support staff and students in kitchen and restaurant environments. You will manage daily operations, maintain equipment, and ensure a safe learning atmosphere. The ideal candidate will have practical catering experience and a proactive approach to support student learning. This part-time role in Trowbridge offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

30 days pro rata annual leave

Automatic enrolment into Local Government Pension Scheme

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts with various retailers

Free onsite car parking

Qualifications

• Practical experience in catering, hospitality, or a similar technical field.
• A good understanding of kitchen equipment and safety standards.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation and cleanliness of kitchens and restaurant.
• Manage stock levels and supplier relationships.
• Maintain accurate inventories and records.

Skills

Practical experience in catering

Organisational skills

Understanding of kitchen equipment

Student-focused approach

Team player

Job description

Hospitality Technician

Location : Trowbridge

Salary : £18,849 per annum rising to £19,244 per annum, pro rata of the full time equivalent (FTE) £24,331 per annum rising to £24,841 per annum

Wiltshire College & University Centre have an exciting opportunity for a Hospitality Technician to join our team.

Location : Trowbridge, Wiltshire

Job Type : Permanent, Part Time 32 hours per week

Working Pattern : Mon 8.00-3.30, Tues 8.00-3.30, Wed 8.00-3.30, Thurs 8.00-3.30, Fri 8.00-12.00 midday

Term Time Only 36+3 weeks per year

Close Date : Tuesday 18th November 2025

About Us

Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshire’s economy, inspiring people to develop the skills they need to achieve. Our four main campuses are learning hubs in their communities, and we aspire to be an outstanding, financially robust and commercially agile provider, achieving our clear social mission on behalf of learners and employers across Wiltshire and beyond. Our campuses deliver a diversity of facilities from the country estate and farm of our Lackham campus to new hi-tech digital and state of the art facilities at our Trowbridge, Salisbury and Chippenham sites. We have invested £65 million in our estate over the past 10 years. Our turnover is £45 million per annum and growing, we employ some 650 staff, and support around 11,500 students.

Hospitality Technician – The Role

We are looking for a proactive and organised Hospitality Technician to join our dedicated Hospitality and Catering team at Wiltshire College & University Centre. You will play a vital role in supporting both staff and students within our professional kitchens and restaurant environments, ensuring that equipment, materials, and resources are available and well-maintained to enhance the student learning experience.

This is a hands‑on role that blends technical know‑how, teamwork, and creativity – perfect for someone who enjoys practical work and thrives in a fast‑paced educational environment.

Hospitality Technician – Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation, cleanliness, and organisation of kitchens and the restaurant.
• Manage stock levels, supplier relationships, and uniform provision for learners.
• Maintain accurate inventories, records, and budgets in line with college procedures.
• Support restaurant marketing, bookings, and daily banking activities.
• Ensure all equipment and facilities meet health, safety, and hygiene standards.
• Complete risk assessments and maintain NCASS and compliance documentation.
• Coordinate annual maintenance (e.g. gas servicing, PAT testing, refrigeration).
• Lead kitchen cleaning schedules and manage end‑of‑year deep cleans and re‑opening.
• Organise trips, events, and additional training activities for students.
• Monitor student attendance and support engagement where required.
• Supervise and manage the kitchen porter on a daily basis.

Hospitality Technician – You

We are looking for someone with :

• Practical experience in catering, hospitality, or a similar technical field.
• A good understanding of kitchen equipment and safety standards.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive, supportive, and student‑focused approach.
• Confidence using and maintaining tools, machinery, and materials.
• A team player who takes pride in creating a safe, professional, and inspiring workspace.

(Experience in an educational environment is an advantage but not essential — full training will be provided.)

If you are passionate about supporting learning and have the skills to keep a busy catering workshop running smoothly, we would love to hear from you.

Hospitality Technician – Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 30 days, pro rata annual leave for Professional Services Staff, plus bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Discounts with a wide variety of retailers
• Free onsite car parking

Hospitality Technician - Application Process

Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children’s barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.

We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.

To submit your application for this exciting Hospitality Technician opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now.

PLEASE NOTE :

Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills, qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role, located at the bottom of this page as a downloadable document.

Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Closing date : 18th November

Shortlist date : 19th November

Interview date : TBC