Food Technician

Reigate School is seeking a committed and organised Food Technician to support our thriving Design & Technology / Food department. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for food, education, and promoting high standards of health, safety, and hygiene. This is a part time role working 16 hours a week, 39 weeks a year. You will play a key role in preparing materials, supporting practical lessons, and ensuring that our food technology facilities run efficiently and safely.,

• Prepare ingredients, equipment, and resources for practical food lessons
• Support teachers and students during food preparation sessions
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and organisation in kitchens and classrooms
• Monitor stock levels and manage ordering of ingredients and supplies
• Assist with food product testing and basic evaluation activities
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations (e.g. HACCP)
• Clean and store equipment safely after lessons
• Support the department with administrative and organisational tasks
  
  Experience in a school, laboratory, or food preparation environment is desirable but not essential., Has an interest in food, nutrition, or food science
• Is highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Can work independently as well as part of a team
• Has good communication and interpersonal skills
• Is committed to maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment
  
  A fantastic working environment committed to collaborative working and high performance
• An excellent staff assistance programme with access to wellbeing and health initiatives, including counselling, physiotherapy, menopause and financial advice
• Membership of a local government pension scheme with very competitive employer contribution rates