Catering Technician

The Manchester College; Manchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Manchester is seeking a passionate Catering Technician to support culinary lessons and help maintain the kitchen environment. This full-time role involves working closely with students and preparing culinary setups. Applicants should possess Level 2 English & Mathematics. Benefits include generous holiday allowance, pension contributions, and more. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire future chefs and contribute to a vibrant educational setting.

Benefits

35 days paid annual leave

Employee Assistance Program

Retail discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Well-being days

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification in English & Mathematics required.
• Must have industry relevant qualifications as applicable.
• First Aid qualification or willingness to obtain within first year.

Responsibilities

• Support practical culinary lessons alongside an experienced teacher.
• Prepare ingredients and set up professional kitchen equipment.
• Maintain a safe and organised kitchen environment.

Skills

Level 2 English & Mathematics

First Aid qualification

Teamwork skills

Ability to work to deadlines

Education

Industry relevant qualification

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Job title: Catering Technician
Job reference: REQ012034
Date posted: 23/01/2026
Application closing date: 04/03/2026
Location: Manchester
Salary: Pro‑Rata £21,654.50 - £26,338.54 (FTE £24,479 - £29,774) per annum
Package: Competitive
Benefits: plus Local Government Pension Scheme
Contractual hours: 35
Basis: Full time
Job category/type: Support Team
Attachments: Technician.pdf

Job description

Passionate about food and learning? Join our college as a Catering Technician and help bring our kitchens to life! You’ll work alongside an experienced teacher, supporting practical lessons and inspiring the next generation of culinary talent. From preparing ingredients to setting up professional kitchen equipment, your skills will keep classes running smoothly.

You’ll play a key role in maintaining a safe, organised, and industry‑standard training environment. This is a hands‑on role perfect for someone with catering experience who enjoys working with young people. If you’re reliable, energetic, and thrive in a fast‑paced kitchen setting, we’d love to hear from you. Help shape future chefs while doing what you love every day.

We have an exciting opportunity at our City Campus Manchester to join our Service and Retail Industries Department as a Catering Technician on a permanent, full-time, term‑time only (35 hours per week over 38 weeks) basis.

Site Information

Our City Centre campus is a flagship site in the heart of Manchester, offering cutting‑edge facilities and a buzzing, creative atmosphere. Home to our Centre of Excellence for Creative and Digital Industries, it provides an inspiring setting for both staff and learners, with specialist studios, workshops, and collaborative spaces. With its central location and strong industry links, the campus is a hub for innovation, talent development, and real‑world learning.

Who are TMC?

The Manchester College is the Largest Further Education College in the United Kingdom and has the largest provisions for 16‑19‑year‑olds, adults, and higher education in Greater Manchester. We are part of the LTE group that consists of MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We currently support more than 25 % of Greater Manchester’s learning provision and are currently rated “Good” by Ofsted. The Manchester Colleges offering is bolstered by 18 Centres of Excellence across our campuses, ensuring we give our best and strive to achieve an unrivalled learning experience for our students. We have partnerships with over 1 000 industry and employer partners nationally to ensure our students secure their place as the leaders of the future.

Proudly, The Manchester College is also 1 of only 57 organisations nationally recognised with the Princess Royal Training Award 2025, demonstrating our commitment to investing in our people and their development.

Benefits

• 35 days paid annual leave plus 5 bank holidays (pro‑rated for weeks worked per year).
• 3 well‑being days per year (pro‑rated).
• Significant pension contribution.
• Retail discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Role Responsibilities

Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Level 2 English & Mathematics.
• Industry relevant qualification as applicable by specialist function.
• First Aid qualification (or be prepared to work towards within first year).
• Specific relevant specialist skill.Ability to work as a team or individually.
• Working to deadlines.

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre‑screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At The Manchester College, we’re committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester’s and the UK’s rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 04/03/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!