Technician (Food and Nutrition Dept)-School

Food Technician (Food and Nutrition) - School

Sullivan Upper School, Holywood, Northern Ireland BT18
Full-Time Permanent Part-Time Term-time (32.5 hrs per week)

NJC Points
£21,886 - £22,973 per annum (equivalent to £14.93 - £15.67 per hour)

About the Role

Sullivan 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 Responsibilities

Practical Support & Resource Preparation

• Prepare ingredients, equipment and materials for practical lessons and exams
• Set up, test, demonstrate and clear away classroom resources in line with agreed schemes of works and lesson plans
• Support teaching staff with practical delivery and learning materials
• Maintain clean, organised and fully stocked Food & Nutrition areas
• Ensure equipment is ready for daily use and stored securely

Food Safety, Hygiene & Health & Safety

• Ensure compliance with food hygiene and Health & Safety regulations
• Monitor food storage, stock rotation and expiry dates
• Manage allergy and dietary requirement records
• Ensure safe use, cleaning and storage of all kitchen equipment
• Carry out daily safety checks and secure all utilities and equipment

Equipment & Maintenance

• Clean and maintain kitchen equipment including ovens, fridges, microwaves and hobs
• Carry out minor repairs and report faults or unsafe equipment
• Organise storage of tools, materials and teaching resources
• Ensure all equipment is labelled, stored safely and ready for use
• Support routine inspections and safety checks

Administration & Department Support

• Assist with ordering, receiving and tracking departmental resources
• Maintain accurate stock records and inventory systems
• Support budget tracking and departmental documentation
• Provide general administrative support including printing and photocopying
• Maintain organised filing and resource management systems

About You

• Experience in food preparation, catering, school technician or similar environment (desirable)
• Good understanding of food hygiene and Health & Safety practices
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic IT skills (spreadsheets and inventory systems helpful)

Why Join Us?

• Work in a respected and supportive grammar school environment
• Varied, practical role supporting real student learning
• Strong departmental and whole-school support network

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Closing Date: 13th May 2026, 12:00 pm

Additional relevant skills: Food Technician, Food & Nutrition Technician, Food Technology Technician, School Food Technician, Food Technician, Home Economics Technician, Catering Technician, School Technician (Food).