Colchester Institute
Technician - Hospitality
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At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment.
Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out, working with us means being part of a team that values innovation, inclusivity, and excellence. We are committed to nurturing talent and creating opportunities for continuous professional growth and development.
We are especially passionate about driving diversity and inspiring individuals from all backgrounds to thrive in careers across a wide range of sectors. This position is located within our Hospitality Team. By joining our team, you'll help shape the future workforce and make a lasting impact on the lives of learners.
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Job Title: Technician - Hospitality and Salon Studies
(18.5 Hours per week - 40 weeks of the year)
As a Technician, you’ll be supporting the curriculum delivery in Hospitality across Kitchens and Restaurant. You will ensure that everything is up to a safe operational state and prepare all class-related materials efficiently and effectively. You will also be keeping track of stock and maintaining them to make sure that all relevant courses run smoothly.
In this role, you will:
- Supporting teachers and students with the curriculum
- Preparing all relevant materials
- Maintaining all Kitchens equipment and reporting anything to the technician supervisor where needed
- Adhering to Health and Safety Regulations
- Keeping stock at a reasonable level and reordering from suppliers where needed
- Maintaining and cleaning kitchens
Essential Qualifications:
- Education to level 2 or above and/or a professional qualification in relevant subject area or equivalent
- Minimum of Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics GCSE 4+ or C and above / CSE Level 1 / O-Level C or above / Level 2 Adult Numeracy or Literacy or equivalent
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Desirable Qualifications:
- Education to level 3 or above and/or a professional qualification in relevant subject area or equivalent
Essential Experience:
- Practical industrial experience within a commercial kitchen/catering trade.
- Experience with working effectively as part of a team.
- Awareness of Health & Safety at Work and related issues.
- Good experience in using ILT skills
All applications will be assessed against the stated essential requirements, so please ensure your CV clearly demonstrates how you meet them.
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