Food Safety Manager
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 07 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £55,000.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Competitive |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 21 Ionawr 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | London, London |
| Cwmni: | Sodexo Ltd |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | SDX/TP/2240324/152366 |
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Food Safety Manager
Salary:Up to £55,000 per annum plus 10% bonus
Benefits:Sodexo benefits/Car allowance
Hours:Monday to Friday
Location:No fixed location - Travel required around the London area/Ireland required.
This role does require regular travel to our sites across the London area and occasional travel to Ireland.
Role Purpose
The Food Safety& Health & Safety Manager is responsible for driving high standards offood safety and supporting health and safety compliance across a portfolio ofcatering operations. The role ensures all services are delivered safely,compliantly, and in line with Sodexo UK & Ireland policies, while promotinga strong, proactive safety culture.
Working closely withcatering managers, site teams, and central functions, the role provides expertguidance, supports continuous improvement, and helps deliver operational andclient safety objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Food Safety (Primary Focus)
- Lead the implementation of the Food Safety Management System across multi-site catering operations
- Conduct food safety audits, inspections, and hygiene reviews
- Provide expert advice on HACCP, allergen management, hygiene, temperature control, and supplier assurance
- Support, coach, and train catering managers and teams in food safety best practice
- Manage corrective actions and ensure timely closure of non-conformances
- Liaise with Environmental Health Officers and external authorities as required
Health & Safety
- Support implementation of Health & Safety policies, procedures, and risk management initiatives
- Promote a positive safety culture, including near-miss reporting
- Lead accident and incident investigations and root cause analysis
- Support business continuity and risk management activity
Reporting & Performance
- Monitor performance against safety targets and KPIs
- Provide monthly and quarterly performance updates
- Ensure timely reporting and investigation of all food safety and HSE incidents
Accountabilities
- Compliance with all relevant food safety and health & safety legislation and company standards
- Effective support to operational teams, adding value and driving improvement
- Delivery of initiatives that support Sodexo and client safety targets
- Reduction in incidents and improvement in safety performance indicators
Person Specification
Essential
- Degree (or equivalent) in Food Science, Environmental Health, or related discipline
- Level 4 Award in Food Safety (or equivalent)
- NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent
- Strong knowledge of UK food safety legislation and HACCP
- Experience in a multi-site catering or foodservice environment
- Excellent communication and influencing skills
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
Key Competencies
- Passionate about food safety and customer wellbeing
- Detail-oriented and methodical
- Collaborative and approachable
- Practical, solutions-focused mindset
- Self-motivated with strong organisational skills
Why Sodexo?:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chanceto be part of something greater.
Belongin a company and team that values you for you.
Actwith purpose and have an impact through youreveryday actions.
Thrivein your own way.
We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefitsfor our colleagues and their families:
- Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
- An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
- Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
- Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big-brand retailers
- Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
- Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
- Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
- Sodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policies
Ready to be part of somethinggreater?
Join a team thatvalues you for being you.
Sodexo reserves the right to closethis advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications