Technician - Catering and Hospitality

Bedford College Group; England; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Central Bedfordshire is seeking a Technician in Catering and Hospitality. The role involves ensuring kitchen hygiene, compliance with health & safety regulations, and supporting culinary education. Candidates should have a Level 2 Food Safety Certificate and prior experience in a catering environment. This full-time position offers competitive salary and benefits including annual leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus Bank holidays

People’s pension

Retail and Leisure Discounts

Access to college courses

Qualifications

• Food Safety Certification Level 2 required, or willingness to obtain.
• Prior experience working in a professional kitchen or catering environment.
• Understanding of Health & Safety and COSHH regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all kitchen areas, equipment, and appliances are cleaned and sanitised.
• Conduct safety checks, support risk assessments for essential equipment.
• Manage deliveries, monitor storage conditions according to HACCP.

Skills

Food Safety Certification Level 2

Prior experience in professional kitchen

Understanding of Health & Safety regulations

Ability to work independently and in a team

Strong organisational skills

Job description

Overview

Role: Technician - Catering and Hospitality

Location: Central Bedfordshire College - Dunstable Kingsway Campus

Salary/Benefits: Salary between £23,557 and £25,849 per annum DOE and Qualifications; 27 days annual leave plus Bank holidays; People’s pension; Retail and Leisure Discounts; access to college courses and ongoing professional and personal development opportunities.

Hours/Weeks: 37 hours per week - 52 weeks per year

Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time

About the role:

We are currently seeking a Technician in Catering and Hospitality to join our Hospitality department at The Bedford College Group.

As a Technician, you play an important role in the success of our students through:

• Kitchen Maintenance & Hygiene: Ensure all kitchen areas, equipment, and appliances are cleaned and sanitised to industry standards, following scheduled routines and COSHH regulations.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Conduct safety checks, support risk assessments, and maintain essential safety equipment and signage, with a willingness to gain First Aid certification.
• Food Safety & Stock Management: Manage deliveries, monitor storage conditions, rotate stock, and maintain records in line with HACCP and food hygiene standards.
• Curriculum & Commercial Support: Assist teaching staff and students during practical sessions, prepare resources, supervise the training restaurant, and support college events.
• Operational & Team Duties: Maintain inventory, liaise with suppliers, manage bookings, and collaborate with staff to support the smooth running of catering and hospitality services.

About you:

• Food Safety Certification: Level 2 Food Safety Certificate required, or willingness to obtain.
• Industry Experience: Prior experience working in a professional kitchen or catering environment.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of Health & Safety and COSHH regulations.
• Teamwork & Independence: Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Organisation & Detail: Strong organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.

For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.

Interviews to be held: TBC

Successful candidates must also be able to demonstrate alignment to our organisational VISION values:

• Valuing Teamwork – We are one team who by working together can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
• Improving Continuously – We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
• Student Centred – At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
• Inclusive – We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
• Open and Caring – We care about the wellbeing of our staff, our students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage with and support each other.
• Nurturing Education Excellence – We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.

About The Bedford College Group

The Bedford College Group was formed in 2017 following the merger of Bedford College and Tresham College and is now the largest provider of education in the South East Midlands, with over 15,000 students passing through our doors each year. The Group is made up of a family of colleges across Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire: Bedford College, Central Bedfordshire College and Tresham College in the towns of Bedford, Dunstable, Leighton Buzzard, Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough; Shuttleworth College, a specialist land-based college; The Bedford Sixth Form, the Corby Sixth Form; and the National College for Motorsport alongside Silverstone race circuit. The Group also has community-based Learning Centres in Bedford, Corby and Kettering which offer IT training.

Safeguarding our Students

The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 provide information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions; further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. The Bedford College Group’s policy on Employment of Ex-Offenders is attached to this vacancy.

Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.

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