School Food Technician — Prep, Hygiene & Student Support

Westfield Academy; Watford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Westfield Academy is seeking a Food Technician to support the Food Preparation and Nutrition department. The role ensures ingredients, equipment and teaching spaces are ready for effective learning and supports safe practical work in a calm, hygienic environment.

The postholder helps maintain organisation and independence among students, contributes to department activities, and supports GCSE practical assessments under staff direction.

Qualifications

• Good standard of general education, including literacy and numeracy.
• Food hygiene qualification at Level 2 or willingness to obtain it promptly.
• Willingness to complete relevant health and safety, safeguarding, allergen and first-aid training.
• Level 2 or 3 food hygiene, food safety, catering or related qualification.
• Relevant technician, catering or education-support training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, weigh, portion, label and organise ingredients for practical lessons and assessments.
• Set out equipment, utensils and resources before lessons as instructed.
• Assist with demonstration areas and exemplar dishes when requested.
• Support safe, hygienic working routines and cross-contamination prevention.
• Provide practical guidance to students without replacing the teacher.
• Support individuals and small groups to organise their workspace and participate safely.
• Report accidents, hazards or safeguarding concerns promptly.

Skills

Organisation

Time management

Attention to instructions

Record keeping

Safety awareness

Adaptability in recipes

Supporting demonstrations

Education

General education

Food hygiene Level 2

Health & safety training

Level 2 or 3 food hygiene qualification

Education-support/technician training

Tools

Basic digital systems

Job description

Westfield Academy is seeking a Food Technician to support the Food Preparation and Nutrition department. The role ensures ingredients, equipment and teaching spaces are ready for effective learning and supports safe practical work in a calm, hygienic environment.

The postholder helps maintain organisation and independence among students, contributes to department activities, and supports GCSE practical assessments under staff direction.