Food Technology Technician
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Industry Education / Teaching Founded 1980 Type Public Website http://www.kitalenationalpolytechnic.ac.ke Address P.O.BOX 2162-30200 Kitale,Kenya
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KNP/ADV/06/2026
Job Summary
- The Technician will support practical training and laboratory operations in Food Technology, assisting trainees to acquire competencies in food processing, preservation and quality control in line with CBET curriculum standards.
Minimum Requirements
- Diploma in Food Technology/Food Science or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
- Knowledge of food processing, preservation and quality-control techniques. Computer literacy.
- Relevant industrial attachment/work experience is an added advantage.
Key Competencies and Skills
- Strong practical food-processing and laboratory skills.
- Knowledge of food-safety standards (HACCP/GMP) and laboratory hygiene practices.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in laboratory work.
- Good communication and trainee-mentoring skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist trainers in delivering practical lessons in food technology.
- Prepare and maintain food-technology laboratory equipment and materials.
- Enforce food-safety and laboratory-hygiene standards during practicals.
- Guide trainees in food processing, testing and quality-control procedures.
- Maintain inventory of raw materials, reagents and laboratory
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