Job Description
Food Technician Food and Nutrition - SchoolSullivan Upper School, Holywood, Northern Ireland BT18Full-Time | Permanent | Part-Time Term-time (32.5 hrs per week)NJC Points 1114£21,886 - £22,973 per annum (equivalent to £14.93 - £15.67 per hour )About the RoleSullivan Upper School is a highly regarded co-educational and interdenominational grammar school in Holywood, Northern Ireland. We are seeking a practical, organised and proactive Food and Nutrition Technician to support a busy and well-resourced department.You will play a key role in preparing materials for practical lessons and examinations, maintaining high standards of food hygiene and safety, and ensuring all equipment and resources are fully prepared, clean, and ready for use.This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with experience as a Food Technician, School Technician, Catering Assistant, Food Preparation Technician, or similar education or catering support role .Key ResponsibilitiesPractical Support & Resource PreparationPrepare ingredients, equipment and materials for practical lessons and examsSet up, test, demonstrate a nd clear away classroom resources in line with agreed schemes of works and lesson plansSupport teaching staff with practical delivery and learning materialsMaintain clean, organised and fully stocked Food & Nutrition areasEnsure equipment is ready for daily use and stored securelyFood Safety, Hygiene & Health & SafetyEnsure compliance with food hygiene and Health & Safety regulationsMonitor food storage, stock rotation and expiry datesManage allergy and dietary requirement recordsEnsure safe use, cleaning and storage of all kitchen equipmentCarry out daily safety checks and secure all utilities and equipmentEquipment & MaintenanceClean and maintain kitchen equipment including ovens, fridges, microwaves and hobsCarry out minor repairs and report faults or unsafe equipmentOrganise storage of tools, materials and teaching resourcesEnsure all equipment is labelled, stored safely and ready for useSupport routine inspections and safety checksAdministration & Department SupportAssist with ordering, receiving and tracking departmental resourcesMaintain accurate stock records and inventory systemsSupport budget tracking and departmental documentationProvide general administrative support including printing and photocopyingMaintain organised filing and resource management systemsAbout YouExperience in food preparation, catering, school technician or similar environment (desirable)Good understanding of food hygiene and Health & Safety practicesStrong organisational skills and attention to detailAbility to work independently and as part of a teamBasic IT skills (spreadsheets and inventory systems helpful)Why Join Us?Work in a respected and supportive grammar school environmentVaried, practical role supporting real student learningStrong departmental and whole-school support networkApply NowClosing Date: 13th May 2026, 12:00 pmAdditional relevant skills: Food Technician, Food & Nutrition Technician, Food Technology Technician, School Food Technician, Food Technician, Home Economics Technician, Catering Technician, School Technician (Food).TPBN1_UKTJ