Food Technician in Bristol, Gloucestershire

Location: Bristol
Pay: £105 - £115 per day

Are you passionate about food, organised and enjoy working in a practical, hands-on environment? Tradewind Recruitment is working with a secondary school in Bristol seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Food Technology Technician to support its Design & Technology department.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous catering, hospitality, food preparation or kitchen experience who would enjoy supporting practical lessons and helping students develop their food preparation and cooking skills.

1. Do you have previous experience in food preparation, catering, hospitality or a similar kitchen-based role?

2. Do you have a good understanding of food hygiene, kitchen safety and allergen awareness?

3. Are you confident preparing ingredients, organising equipment and maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment?

As a Food Technology Technician, you will play an important role in supporting the delivery of practical Food Technology lessons across the secondary school. Responsibilities will include:

• Preparing ingredients, food materials and equipment ahead of practical lessons.

• Supporting teachers with the organisation and preparation of GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition sessions.

• Ensuring kitchen workstations, utensils and equipment are clean, safe and ready for use.

• Monitoring food stock, checking expiry dates and assisting with ordering ingredients.

• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and kitchen safety.

• Ensuring appropriate food storage and safe handling procedures are followed.

• Supporting allergen management and preventing cross-contamination.

• Cleaning and maintaining kitchen appliances and reporting any faults or maintenance requirements.

• Assisting with the general organisation and smooth running of the Food Technology department.

• Previous experience in food preparation, catering, hospitality or a professional kitchen environment.

• A good understanding of food hygiene, safe food handling and kitchen health and safety.

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prepare for multiple lessons throughout the day.

• An understanding of food allergies, dietary requirements and cross-contamination.

• A proactive attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a wider department.

• Good communication skills and confidence working around secondary-age pupils.

• An enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to obtain one through Tradewind Recruitment.

Additional qualifications and certificates are desirable, including Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety, Food Allergens Awareness, Level 2 Food Preparation and Cooking, Level 2 Health & Safety, COSHH Awareness and First Aid.

Formal qualifications are not essential where candidates can demonstrate relevant practical experience and a willingness to undertake any necessary training.

Tradewind Recruitment is a leading education recruitment agency, working closely with schools across Bristol and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on providing a supportive and professional service to both our candidates and schools, with over 240 five-star Google reviews.

Whether you're an experienced Food Technician or looking to bring your catering and hospitality experience into a school environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more about this opportunity!