Food Safety Officer

Varnom Ross; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading environmental services firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Environmental Health Officer to conduct food hygiene inspections across various categories. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Environmental Health, be EHRB registered, and possess strong compliance and inspection skills. Flexible working arrangements are offered, allowing for both full and part-time work. Compensation is competitive at £50+ per hour or £55-£65 per inspection.

Qualifications

• Experience within a Local Authority conducting Food Inspections.
• Proven track record of ensuring compliance and service quality.
• Effective communication skills for liaising with food businesses.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out Category C to E Food Hygiene inspections.
• Reviewing casework, notices, and enforcement actions.
• Handling reactive complaint work.

Skills

Food Safety Inspections

Legal Compliance

Guidance Provision

Education

Degree/Diploma in Environmental Health

EHRB Registered/Chartered

Higher Certificate in Food Safety/Food Control

Job description

About the role

Environmental Health Officer (Food)

Location - Sussex

Contract length – 6 months (with the view to extend)

Rate - £50+ per hour or £55-£65 per inspection. (Potentially outside of IR35)

Working arrangements – Full or part time work. Per inspection work will also be considered

My client requires an experienced Food Safety Officer/Environmental Health Officer to undertake a range of inspections, consisting of category C to E, as well as some unrated premises.

Your responsibilities

• Carrying out Category C to E Food Hygiene inspections
• Review casework, notices, and enforcement actions to ensure consistency, legal compliance, and service quality.
• Liaising with food businesses to ensure compliance and provide guidance
• Handling reactive complaint work
• It is essential that you have experience within a Local Authority and a proven track record of conducting Food Inspections.

Qualifications

• A degree/diploma in Environmental Health
• EHRB Registered/Chartered
• Higher Certificate in Food Safety/Food Control

If you are potentially interested or want to learn more, get in touch with Jack for an informal conversation either by email or phone on 07545079629