Nutrition and Food Science Teacher Aide; Food Lab )|School

Job Description

The services required are set out as follows:

1. To prepare lesson materials

• preparation of ingredients/equipment/materials before each practical lesson
• batching of ingredients for all classes based on recipe given
• check quality of both dry and perishable foods available in the food labs before using it

2. To maintain food lab hygiene/cleanliness and general safety

• carry out regular domestic cleaning to ensure cleanliness of kitchens before and after practical sessions
• tidy up preparation room in the food lab
• ensure prompt and proper disposal of food lab refuse
• conduct safety check on electrical appliances, main and sub-gas pipes to ensure that they are switched off at the end of the practical sessions
• ensure that appliances/equipment are in good working condition through regular checks

• assist teachers from other departments who may require the use of the food labs in terms of equipment preparation or checking of ingredients
• assist teachers during inter-school culinary competitions in terms of preparation of ingredients, utensils and cleaning of kitchens
• assist Nutrition and Food Science Club teachers in running of activities by supporting them in material preparation and housekeeping
• assist FCE teachers in the conduct of practical lessons