Food Technician
| Posting date: | 18 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 12 April 2026 |
| Location: | Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 9RN |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | e61a8439-621b-4a95-b86e-909cdc49282b |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We have a vacancy for a Food Technician to join our friendly team in the Food & Nutrition department. We have well-stocked and resourced busy teaching spaces. We are eager to appoint someone with enthusiasm, and good practical and organisational skills. You will need to have a flexible approach, be able to use your initiative and meet deadlines. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with young people during practical food lessons. You will have a passion for preparing and cooking food and enjoy sharing this knowledge with others.
Attention to detail, and working to a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene is vital.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Checking and receiving student ingredients prior to the start of the school day
• Organising students’ dishes and leftover ingredients ready for collection at the end of school day
• Providing support during practical lessons including demonstrating of equipment and techniques
• Clearing and resetting practical rooms
• Stock control and ordering of ingredients and equipment
• Accurate weighing and measuring of ingredients
• Routine safety checks, safe storage, and maintenance of equipment
• Safety, hygiene and food allergen control, including laundering of washable items
• Following risk assessments and safety systems, including COSHH
• Reporting safeguarding and general safety concerns in a timely manner
• Administration
• Experience of first aid is desirable, but not essential. Training will be given
The right attitude is more important than qualifications – we will train you if you are willing to learn. If you are interested in finding out more, you are very welcome to come and visit our food rooms and meet the team.
What the school offers its staff
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Lifestyle discounts through our employee 'Lifestyle Savings Platform'.
• Access to free counselling service via our provider ‘Health Assured’.
• Onsite parking.
• To be part of a school which has a real ‘team approach’ where you will be valued and supported.
Commitment to safeguarding
Cove School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Check as well as other relevant pre-employment checks.
We have a vacancy for a Food Technician to join our friendly team in the Food & Nutrition department. We have well-stocked and resourced busy teaching spaces. We are eager to appoint someone with enthusiasm, and good practical and organisational skills. You will need to have a flexible approach, be able to use your initiative and meet deadlines. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with young people during practical food lessons. You will have a passion for preparing and cooking food and enjoy sharing this knowledge with others.
Attention to detail, and working to a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene is vital.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Checking and receiving student ingredients prior to the start of the school day
• Organising students’ dishes and leftover ingredients ready for collection at the end of school day
• Providing support during practical lessons including demonstrating of equipment and techniques
• Clearing and resetting practical rooms
• Stock control and ordering of ingredients and equipment
• Accurate weighing and measuring of ingredients
• Routine safety checks, safe storage, and maintenance of equipment
• Safety, hygiene and food allergen control, including laundering of washable items
• Following risk assessments and safety systems, including COSHH
• Reporting safeguarding and general safety concerns in a timely manner
• Administration
• Experience of first aid is desirable, but not essential. Training will be given
The right attitude is more important than qualifications – we will train you if you are willing to learn. If you are interested in finding out more, you are very welcome to come and visit our food rooms and meet the team.
What the school offers its staff
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Lifestyle discounts through our employee 'Lifestyle Savings Platform'.
• Access to free counselling service via our provider ‘Health Assured’.
• Onsite parking.
• To be part of a school which has a real ‘team approach’ where you will be valued and supported.
Commitment to safeguarding
Cove School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Check as well as other relevant pre-employment checks.