Food Preparation Specialist

14 hours ago


Salford, Salford, United Kingdom Simply Education Ltd Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Food Preparation Specialist to join our team at Simply Education Ltd. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food preparation and safety, with the ability to provide technical support to students in a busy school environment.

About the Role

The successful applicant will play a key role in assisting the Design Technology department by supporting the delivery of food technology lessons, maintaining classroom resources, and ensuring a smooth and safe learning experience for students.

This hands-on position requires preparing ingredients, managing equipment, and ensuring all health and safety standards are met in the food technology classrooms. Close collaboration with the teaching team will support students in developing practical skills, building confidence in the kitchen while maintaining a clean and organized environment.

  • Prepare ingredients and set up equipment for food technology lessons, ensuring everything is ready for practical sessions.
  • Maintain the food technology classrooms, ensuring all tools, utensils, and resources are clean, organized, and in good working condition.
  • Ensure that health and safety protocols are consistently followed, including food safety, hygiene, and kitchen safety procedures.
  • Provide technical support to students during practical lessons, guiding them through cooking techniques and food preparation tasks.
  • Monitor and manage inventory of food and supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels and placing orders as necessary.
  • Ensure that food preparation areas and equipment are cleaned and maintained to a high standard after each lesson.
  • Dispose of food waste in accordance with school policies, ensuring sustainability practices are adhered to.
  • Offer individual or small-group support to students during practical tasks, helping them develop their cooking skills and understanding of food technology.
  • Assist with maintaining the department's health and safety records and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Requirements

We are looking for an experienced Food Technician who can provide technical support to students in a fast-paced school environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and health and safety regulations in a food technology environment.

The successful applicant must be able to work independently and as part of a team, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A proactive, flexible approach to work is essential, with a focus on supporting the educational process.

A passion for food, cooking, and supporting students in a learning environment is also required. Enhanced DBS check (we can assist with this if necessary) and access to CPD opportunities and professional development resources are a plus.

The estimated salary for this role is £22,000 - £28,000 per annum, depending on experience.

All candidates who register with us are required to provide references from the last 2 years of employment and undergo an enhanced DBS check. We offer flexible interview scheduling, with options for both online and in-person interviews.



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