School Food Lab Technician — Prep & Hygiene

Coba Education Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

On-site parking

Referral programme

Job summary

Coba Education Ltd is seeking a Food Technician to join a busy Food Technology department in NN3, Northampton. You will prepare ingredients and equipment before lessons and help ensure practical sessions run smoothly in a school environment.

The role offers hands-on work, responsibility for stock and equipment, adherence to food hygiene standards, and support for teaching staff. Previous school experience is not essential; suitable candidates from catering or hospitality are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Organised and reliable with attention to detail.
• Experience in food handling and preparation.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety practices.
• Comfortable working around young people.
• DBS via update service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients, equipment and workspaces for lessons
• Set up and clear down practical lessons
• Keep equipment and work areas clean and safe
• Monitor ingredients and stock levels
• Support safe food storage and hygiene procedures
• Assist teaching staff during practical lessons
• Help maintain an organised Food Technology department

Skills

Organised

Food preparation

Food hygiene knowledge

Work with young people

Stock management

Hands-on approach

DBS update service

Education

Food Hygiene/Food Safety qualification

Job description

Coba Education Ltd is seeking a Food Technician to join a busy Food Technology department in NN3, Northampton. You will prepare ingredients and equipment before lessons and help ensure practical sessions run smoothly in a school environment.

The role offers hands-on work, responsibility for stock and equipment, adherence to food hygiene standards, and support for teaching staff. Previous school experience is not essential; suitable candidates from catering or hospitality are encouraged to apply.