Apprenticeship training course

Food technologist (level 3)

Making sure food and drink products are of the right quality and safe to eat and drink.

Qualification level: 3
Equivalent to A level.
Typical duration: 24 months
Apprenticeship category: Health and science
Maximum funding: £18,000
Maximum amount government will fund
for apprenticeship training.
Skills: Skills an apprentice will learn

Implement and maintain risk management systems (eg Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points)

Review and maintain technical procedures for food businesses

Use a range of IT systems to analyse and interpret data to identify trends and drive Continuous Improvement (CI)

Provide and interpret management data and information (reports and presentations)

Carry out internal audits and participate in external audits

Conduct sensory evaluation activities

Investigate and resolve problems, including customer complaints and quality issues

Contribute to Continuous Improvement (CI)

Develop and maintain effective relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues

Act as a champion for the technical department within the wider business

Carry out a product costing

Support product trials

Use problem solving techniques, to include root cause analysis and investigation methods

Influence and negotiate with colleagues

Full information on Food technologist (level 3) is available from the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.

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