Average Food Technician salary in the UK

Prospero Teaching are looking to recruit excellent Food Technician interested in securing a role. Please see below for further details:Food Technician Location - Southport, PR8Type of work - Part Time (3-4 days per week)Start date - April 2026Hours - 8:30 am - 3:30 pmResponsibilities:Assisting with lessons: Helping sort materials, setting up equipment, and supporting students during lessons.Behaviour management: Foster a positive learning environment with good behaviour management.Practical work: would involve assisting the food technology teacher with cleaning/preparing for the lesson, including assisting during practical's.Monitoring well-being: Keeping an eye on students' overall well-being and reporting any concerns to the appropriate staff members.Safeguarding: Ensuring the safeguarding procedure is followed when requiredRequirements:Teaching Assistant qualification or higher/equivalent (Desirable)Previous experience working with young people.To be eligible:Hold Right to Work in the UKHold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application.Provide two professional references/cover 24 months work with referencesIf you are interested in this role, please apply to this advert.

Quality Assurance Technician (Food)£25,000 - £30,000 + Overtime + Training + Progression + Company BenefitsBuckingham Are you Quality Professional from the Food industry looking for a fundamental role within a growing specialised food processing business which offers training and development?On offer is the opportunity to assist the technical department within a sustainable food supplier to ensure their high standards are kept. This will include supporting with audits, conducting product testing, and updating records and documentation.Founded over 60 years ago, this global business specialises in the manufacturing of a range of food products. Supplying to some of the biggest food suppliers in the globe, including Tesco, Waitrose and Asda, they pride themselves on their impeccable client retention.This role would suit a Quality Assurance Technician or similar who has experience working in a food environment.The Role:Assisting the Technical departmentSupporting and conducting auditsProduct testing to ensure high standardsMonday to Friday, 9am - 4pmThe Person:Food backgroundExperience as a Quality Assurance Technician or similarReference Number: BBBH24624eEngineering, Technical, Assistant, Food, Manufacturing, Precision, Turning, Machinery, Parts, Engineer, Quality, Systems, Team, QMS, Lead, Leader, Auditor, Audits, AuditIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

Food Technician Location:       Newcastle CollegeSalary:           £25,626 pro rata (£20,777 actual per annum)Hours:            30 hours per week - 52 weeksNewcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) is one of the very best colleges in the country.  In October 2024 we became the first and only further education provider in England to achieve a full set of outstanding grades in consecutive Ofsted Inspections. This includes recognition of our strong contribution towards meeting Local Skills Needs under the latest version of the Education Inspection Framework (EIF). The inspection report praised all areas of the College’s provision and acknowledged NSCG’s ‘staff are professional, friendly, incredibly supportive and work tirelessly to meet the needs of learners’ ‘teachers improve their practice based upon the support they receive’ and ‘teachers create highly supportive, calm and highly aspirational environments in which learners and apprentices thrive’.<s>‘ </s>In summary, NSCG is a great place to work and study.To read the full Ofsted report for Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group, please visit the Ofsted Government website, select Find an Inspection Report and search for Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group.The group is currently home to a population of over 6,500 full-time students with around 2,000 adult learners and students on higher education programmes. We have over 1,500 apprentices where we work with over 850 individual employers.  Our Sixth Form provision has a reputation for high academic achievement and excellence.The post holder will be responsible for providing high-quality technical support within the Food Technology Department, supporting staff and students during practical lessons and activities. Duties will include preparing, maintaining and organising food ingredients, materials and kitchen equipment, ensuring all kitchen areas are safe, clean and compliant with health and safety and food hygiene regulations, and supporting students during practical sessions, including those with additional needs.The role will involve monitoring and managing stock levels, liaising with suppliers, ordering ingredients and ensuring correct storage in line with food safety standards. The post holder will also support the practical and technical delivery of lessons, including preparing resources, maintaining equipment, assisting with demonstrations and events, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness, including regular and annual deep cleaning. You will hold a relevant qualification in Food Technology, Catering or a related subject, have GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent), and be a reliable team player with strong organisational skills and the ability to support a safe and positive learning environment.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrepare, organise and maintain food ingredients, equipment and resources for practical sessions, including setup and clearing.Provide technical support to staff and students, including those with additional needs, to support a positive learning environment.Ensure all kitchen areas are safe, clean and compliant with health, safety and food hygiene regulations, including regular and annual deep cleaning.Manage stock levels, including ordering, supplier liaison and safe storage of ingredients in line with HACCP.Maintain equipment, report faults and support demonstrations, events and curriculum activities.Required Skills and ExperienceIs qualified to at least A Level or equivalent in Food Technology, Catering or a related subject and preferably has studied up to graduate level.Holds English and Maths GCSE or equivalent.What’s in it for you?The college offers and excellent benefits package which includes:Local Government Pension Scheme.24 days annual leave rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service (pro rata)  (plus Bank Holiday and Christmas closure).Excellent Training and Development Opportunities (supported with a dedicated budget).Cycle to work scheme.Staff parking available.Health-related benefits including subsidised health scheme.On site restaurant facilities and FREE early morning coffee/tea and toast.How to applyTo apply for the role of Food Technician, please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete an online application form.If you are applying via a jobs board, you will receive an email and link that will take you directly to our application form on the Newcastle & Stafford Colleges Group website).The closing date for completed applications: 19^th April 2026.This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All college based positions are subject to enhanced DBS check and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community