Food Technology Technician – Secondary Academy in Gloucester (ASAP Start)

A welcoming secondary academy in Gloucester is seeking a methodical hygiene-conscious Food Technology Technician to manage its practical kitchen classrooms for an immediate (ASAP) start.

Role Purpose

Working within the Design & Technology / Food department the Food Technician ensures all practical food preparation rooms commercial appliances ingredients and cooking equipment are prepped hygienic and fully stocked for Key Stage 3 GCSE Food Preparation & Nutrition and Hospitality & Catering classes.

Core Responsibilities

• Weigh portion and organize ingredients and practical cooking workstations prior to daily culinary lessons

• Maintain impeccable standards of hygiene cleanliness and food safety across all kitchen bays appliances and food storage areas

• Receive log store and rotate food deliveries ensuring strict adherence to temperature controls and allergen management

• Clean wash sterilize and maintain kitchen appliances (ovens hobs food processors mixers temperature probes)

• Dispose of food waste hygienically and conduct daily food safety log updates (fridge/freezer temperature tracking)

• Assist teaching staff during practical cooking sessions with demonstration setups and student assistance

Offer & Working Conditions

• Salary:pro-rata (Term-Time Only)

• Contract: Full-time long-term or permanent post starting ASAP

• Environment: Modern purpose-built practical food technology suites with individual student cooking bays

• Location: Gloucester location with dedicated staff parking and convenient public transport links

Candidate Profile

• Food Hygiene & Safety Certificate (Level 2 or Level 3 Food Safety in Catering) required

• Prior experience in a school food technology department commercial kitchen catering or food preparation environment

• Thorough understanding of kitchen sanitation allergen cross-contamination prevention and safe food storage

• Excellent time-management skills to ensure seamless turnaround between fast-paced practical cooking periods

• Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Application

Submit your CV to be considered for this Food Technology Technician position in Gloucester for an immediate start.