Technician (Catering)

North Kent College; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 7,500 - 8,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Free parking

Onsite facilities (gym, restaurants,–)

Job summary

North Kent Colleges Group is seeking a proactive Technician (Catering) to support our catering provision and create a safe, industry-focused learning environment at Tonbridge. The role is hands-on, helping lecturers prepare for practical sessions and ensuring our training kitchens and The View Restaurant are well stocked, organised and compliant with food safety and health and safety requirements.

You will manage food, equipment and resources, assist with stock control and deliveries, support

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 Hospitality qualification and Level 2 Food Safety in Catering.
• Experience in a customer-focused environment is desirable.
• Good knowledge of stock control and ordering systems.
• Strong organisational and communication skills; IT proficient.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and operational support across catering provision.
• Assist lecturers with practical sessions and prep.
• Ensure training kitchens and The View Restaurant are stocked, organised and compliant.
• Manage food, equipment and resources; support stock control and deliveries.
• Assist with practical classes and maintain high cleanliness and HACCP standards.
• Liaise with contractors; support equipment maintenance and health and safety inspections.

Skills

Stock control

Ordering systems

Organisational skills

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Education

Level 2 Hospitality qualification

Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering

Job description

Are you passionate about Hospitality and Catering and have the practical skills and can-do attitude to support the next generation of catering professionals? We're looking for a proactive and dedicated Technician (Catering) to join our supportive Catering team at North Kent Colleges Group, helping to create a safe, efficient and industry-focused learning environment.

In this hands-on role, you'll provide technical and operational support across our Catering provision, helping lecturers prepare for practical sessions and ensuring our training kitchens and The View Restaurant are well stocked, organised and compliant with food safety and health and safety requirements.

You'll manage food, equipment and resources, support stock control and deliveries, assist with practical classes, and help maintain high standards of cleanliness, HACCP and food safety. You'll also liaise with contractors, support equipment maintenance and contribute to health and safety inspections and asset management.

The successful candidate will have a minimum Level 2 Hospitality qualification and Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering, with experience in a similar customer-focused environment. You'll have good knowledge of stock control and ordering systems, strong organisational and supervisory skills, and excellent communication and IT skills. Experience within an education environment would be advantageous.

You'll be proactive, reliable and adaptable, with the ability to work independently while being a supportive team player. If you're passionate about Catering and enjoy working in a busy, practical environment, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role:

• Where you'll work: This role is based at our Tonbridge campus.
• Your hours: 12 hours per week, 40 weeks per annum, with opportunities to increase your hours in future.
• Your pay: £6,326.64 pro rata per annum + £1,180.58 holiday pay.

The Group:

North Kent Colleges Group is proudly rated as an Ofsted 'Good' provider, with 'Outstanding' learner behaviours and attitudes (April 2024). With four campuses across Kent (Dartford, Gravesend, Hadlow and Tonbridge) and over 6,000 students, we strive to equip the young people who study here with an inclusive and innovative education experience to enhance their future career prospects, which, as noted by Ofsted, is supported through our high-quality, industry standard facilities. Each and every staff member plays a key part in delivering the success of our learners' experience, and we want those who join our curriculum and support teams to share our passion in achieving this.

The Benefits:

• Enrolment onto the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) which includes generous employee/employer contribution rates.
• Access to free parking and a number of onsite facilities, including gyms, restaurants and coffee shops.
• CPD days and access to several discount memberships through being an employee at a College.
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development.

North Kent Colleges Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff have a responsibility to share and maintain this commitment. In line with the requirements of 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', appropriate safeguarding checks (including an enhanced DBS check) will be undertaken on all individuals selected for appointment. Posts at the College, a specified establishment where the work gives opportunity for contact with children, are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. It is an offence to apply for a post which involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children if you are barred from doing so. Please be advised that, again in line with 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', shortlisted candidates (who wish to accept an invite to interview) will be required to complete and submit prior to their interview a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Further guidance / information from the Ministry of Justice can be found on GOV.UK.