Cleaning Manager - East Kilbride

Chartwells Independent; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company is seeking an experienced Cleaning Manager to oversee hygiene operations at their production site in East Kilbride. The role involves managing a team of about 20 hygiene operatives, ensuring compliance with hygiene standards and regulations, and coordinating cleaning schedules. Ideal candidates should have proven experience in hygiene management within a production environment and strong leadership skills. This position offers a salary of up to £37,500 per annum, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a hygiene management role within a production environment.
• Experience managing teams of 15+ staff.
• Strong knowledge of hygiene standards and health & safety requirements.
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a team of around 20 hygiene operatives.
• Oversee daily and weekly cleaning schedules for the production site.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene standards and health & safety regulations.
• Conduct hygiene audits and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Hygiene management experience

Team leadership

Knowledge of health & safety standards

Communication skills

Job description

Location: East Kilbride
Salary: Up to £37,500 per annum, depending on experience
Hours: 40 hours

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About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Cleaning Manager to lead and manage cleaning and hygiene operations at our production site. You will be responsible for overseeing a team of approximately 20 hygiene operatives, ensuring high standards of cleanliness, compliance, and site hygiene are maintained at all times.

This is a key role within the operation, working closely with Production, Quality, and Health & Safety teams to support a safe, compliant, and efficient working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, lead, and develop a team of around 20 hygiene operatives across all shifts

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee daily and weekly cleaning schedules for the production site

• Ensure all hygiene activities meet company standards, customer requirements, and relevant legislation

• Maintain compliance with health & safety regulations, including COSHH (where applicable)

• Conduct hygiene audits, inspections, and risk assessments, implementing corrective actions as required

• Train, coach, and assess hygiene staff to ensure competency and consistent performance

• Manage cleaning chemicals, equipment, and consumables, ensuring safe use and effective stock control

• Liaise with internal departments to minimise production disruption and support operational efficiency

• Investigate and resolve hygiene-related issues, incidents, or non-conformances

About you

• Proven experience in a hygiene or cleaning management role within a production, manufacturing, or industrial environment

• Experience managing and motivating teams, ideally of 15+ staff

• Strong knowledge of hygiene standards and health & safety requirements

• Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills

• Ability to work under pressure and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

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