Our Food Division Team brings together a group of dedicated specialists with extensive experience across food production, technical compliance, quality assurance, and operational excellence. Passionate about supporting the growth and development of the food and drink manufacturing industry, our team works closely with employers and apprentices to deliver high-quality training, expert guidance, and real-world industry insight. With a shared commitment to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement, we help businesses build skilled, confident workforces ready to meet the demands of a fast-moving and ever-evolving sector.
Caroline Higginson
Apprenticeship Tutor – Food & Drink
Caroline brings over 25 years of hands-on experience in the food industry to her role as a Food & Drink Apprenticeship Tutor at Meliorate Institute Education and Training, with a passion for helping apprentices grow and succeed.
Lee Mountford
Apprenticeship Tutor – Butchery
Lee brings over 30 years of hands-on experience in full carcass butchery to his role as a Butchery Tutor at Meliorate Institute Education and Training, with a passion for training and mentoring the next generation of butchers through practical, face-to-face learning.
Joss Faulkner
Consultant & Abattoir Specialist Tutor
Joss brings extensive industry expertise to his role as a Consultant and Abattoir Specialist Tutor at Meliorate Institute Education and Training, with a passion for sharing knowledge and supporting the development of skilled professionals in the sector.
Laura Faulkner
Head of Food Division
Laura brings extensive leadership and industry expertise to their role as Head of the Food Division at Meliorate Institute Education and Training, driving the development of skilled professionals and supporting excellence across food and drink apprenticeships.
