School Food Technician: Kitchen Prep & Safety Expert

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Food Technician to work across secondary schools in Lincolnshire, including Scunthorpe, on daily supply and long-term placements.

You will support practical Food Technology lessons, prepare ingredients and equipment, and help maintain safe, hygienic kitchen environments for KS3–KS4 students.

The role is ideal for someone with a hands-on background in Food Technology or catering who values reliable, flexible school-based work.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in Food Technology, Catering or related industry.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety.
• Ability to prepare ingredients and equipment for lessons.
• DBS check (Enhanced) and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching staff with preparation and delivery of practical lessons.
• Prepare ingredients, equipment and resources for lessons.
• Ensure kitchens and areas are clean, safe, and well organised.
• Support students in safe use of kitchen equipment.
• Assist with practical demonstrations and activities across KS3 and KS4.
• Follow food hygiene, health and safety procedures at all times.
• Maintain stock levels of ingredients and equipment.
• Report equipment or safety concerns to staff.

Skills

Food technology experience

Kitchen equipment handling

Food safety knowledge

Organisational skills

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Food Technician to work across secondary schools in Lincolnshire, including Scunthorpe, on daily supply and long-term placements.

You will support practical Food Technology lessons, prepare ingredients and equipment, and help maintain safe, hygienic kitchen environments for KS3–KS4 students.

The role is ideal for someone with a hands-on background in Food Technology or catering who values reliable, flexible school-based work.