At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the running of a busy training kitchen and assist Chef Lecturers.
- Company: Respected college in Essex focused on career development.
- Benefits: Salary between £26,000–£30,000, full-time role, excellent work-life balance.
- Other info: Stable role with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by shaping future hospitality professionals in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in hospitality or catering, strong organisational skills, and teamwork abilities.
The predicted salary is between 26000 - 30000 £ per year.
Location: Essex
Salary: £26,000–£30,000 per annum
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Think FE are working with a well-respected and career-focused college in Essex to recruit a Hospitality Technician to support the day-to-day running of a busy professional training kitchen. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a hospitality or catering background who enjoys organisation as much as working in a kitchen environment. You’ll play a key role in ensuring practical lessons run smoothly by supporting Chef Lecturers, managing stock, and keeping the kitchen fully equipped and organised.
Responsibilities
- Managing the day‑to‑day operation of the training kitchens
- Supporting Chef Lecturers with practical sessions
- Ordering food, ingredients, and kitchen supplies
- Monitoring stock levels and maintaining inventory
- Ensuring food is stored correctly and stock is rotated appropriately
- Maintaining high standards of food safety, cleanliness, and organisation
- Liaising with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries
- Helping create a professional learning environment for students
What we’re looking for
- Experience working within a professional kitchen, hospitality, or catering environment
- Strong organisational and stock management skills
- Knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety procedures
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- A proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Experience supporting training or educational environments is desirable but not essential
Why apply?
- Permanent, full‑time role
- Salary of £26,000–£30,000
- Join a supportive and collaborative hospitality department
- Opportunity to contribute to the development of future hospitality professionals
- Stable role with excellent work‑life balance in an education setting
Hospitality Technician in Essex employer: Think Fe
Think FE is an outstanding employer that prioritises the development of its staff and students alike, fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture in the heart of Warwickshire. With comprehensive training, a competitive pension scheme, and generous holiday allowances, we empower our lecturers to inspire the next generation of engineers while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.
