Job Description

Job Vacancy: Food Technician

Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester

Contract: Full-Time

Description of the Role:

Simply Education are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Food Technician to join a dynamic secondary school in Stockport. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with a passion for food preparation, safety, and supporting students in practical learning environments. As a Food Technician, you will play a key role in assisting the Design Technology department with the preparation and organization of food technology lessons, ensuring a smooth and efficient learning experience for both teachers and students.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the food classrooms, preparing equipment and ingredients for lessons, and providing technical support to teachers and students. You will also contribute to maintaining health and safety standards within the department, ensuring all students are working in a safe, supportive, and well-organized environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist the Design Technology department in preparing and setting up resources for food technology lessons.

Organize and maintain stock of ingredients, utensils, and equipment for food-based practical lessons.

Ensure health and safety protocols are followed at all times, including food safety, hygiene, and kitchen safety standards.

Provide support to students during food technology lessons, assisting with practical tasks and ensuring students follow the correct procedures.

Clean and maintain the food preparation areas, equipment, and classrooms to a high standard, in line with school policies and health and safety guidelines.

Monitor and maintain stock levels of ingredients, equipment, and materials, ordering supplies as necessary.

Assist in the safe disposal of waste and food-related materials.

Support the teacher in managing class activities and provide technical assistance with cooking, preparation, and food presentation tasks.

Help with the delivery of small group or individual support when required.

Ensure that all students understand and follow the safety protocols within the food technology environment.

Applicant Requirements:

Previous experience working as a Food Technician or in a similar technical support role, preferably within an educational setting.

Knowledge of food safety, hygiene regulations, and kitchen health and safety practices.

Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage materials and resources effectively.

Ability to support students in a practical learning environment, offering guidance on food preparation and cooking techniques.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

A proactive and flexible approach to work.

Enhanced DBS check (we can assist with this if necessary).

A passion for food, cooking, and supporting students in their learning.

Simply Education’s Benefits:

Simply Education’s specialist consultants will support you throughout the recruitment process, ensuring you have all the guidance you need. We pride ourselves on finding the best match between candidates and schools, and we are committed to placing enthusiastic and dedicated professionals in ideal roles.

Key benefits include:

Your own dedicated Secondary school consultant.

Access to CPD opportunities through our Professional Learning Specialists.

A variety of teaching and support positions to suit your preferences and availability.

24/7 access to your dedicated consultant for support and advice.

Minimal administration (no timesheets).

£175 refer-a-friend scheme.

Ongoing support throughout your placement.

All candidates who register with Simply Education will be required to provide references for the last 2 years of employment and complete an enhanced DBS check. We offer flexibility with interviews, accommodating your schedule whether online or in-person.

If you are interested in this position, please click ‘apply now’ to submit an up-to-date CV. Alternatively, you can contact Adam Fish for more information.

If this job isn’t quite the right fit, but you’re looking for a new role in education, please contact your local Manchester office for a confidential discussion about other opportunities