Food Safety Officer

Essential Employment; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local employment agency seeks a Food Safety Officer in Kingston to conduct food hygiene inspections across a variety of premises. The role requires a qualified candidate with experience in food safety inspections and the ability to work independently. This is a full-time temporary position paying £19.70 per hour, ideal for those with relevant certifications. Interested applicants should email their CV quoting the reference number.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in food safety inspections.
• Hold either the HCFC or APC-Food certification.
• Ability to manage workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct food hygiene and standards inspections.
• Provide detailed inspection reports.
• Submit inspection paperwork promptly.

Skills

Experience in food safety inspections

Ability to work independently

Effective workload management

Education

Higher Certificate in Food Control (HCFC)

Advanced Professional Certificate in Food Hygiene and Standards Control (APC-Food)

Job description

Overview

Food Safety Officer needed in Kingston Paying £19.70 per hr ref 1610183

Full time hours on a temporarybasis

We are seeking a fully qualified and food-competent Environmental Health Officer to cover the duties of a team member currently on long-term sick leave. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting 120–150 food hygiene and standards inspections across low to high-risk premises over a 3-month period.

Responsibilities

• Independently carry out food hygiene and standards inspections.
• Provide detailed inspection reports including legal requirements, best practice advice, and Food Hygiene Rating Scheme scores.
• Submit inspection paperwork within 48 hours.
• Conduct revisits where necessary and escalate serious issues to the Lead Officer.

Ideal Requirements

• Hold either the Higher Certificate in Food Control (HCFC) or the Advanced Professional Certificate in Food Hygiene and Standards Control (APC-Food).
• Demonstrated experience in food safety inspections.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.

How to apply

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to [e-mail] quoting the reference number.

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