Food Safety Officer

Vivid Resourcing Ltd; Sunderland; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK seeks an experienced Food Safety Officer for a 6-month contract. You will conduct food hygiene inspections, investigate complaints, and support compliance in a flexible hybrid working environment. Ideal candidates have a degree in Environmental Health and relevant registration. Starting ASAP, offering £35–£45 per hour.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Supportive team environment

Potential for contract extension

Qualifications

• Competency to carry out official food controls as per FSA Code of Practice.
• Experience in food hygiene inspections and enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Carry out food hygiene inspections as per Food Law Code of Practice.
• Investigate food complaints and respond to service requests.
• Prepare reports and attend court or tribunals as required.

Skills

Food hygiene inspections

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Report writing

Education

Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health

EHRB Certificate of Registration or CIEH Registration

Job description

Food Safety Officer - 6‑Month Contract

📍 Dudley | 💼 Local Authority | 🕒 Full‑time or Part‑time | 💷 £35‑£45/hour | 🌐 Hybrid Working

We're seeking an experienced and proactive Food Safety Officer to join a dynamic Environmental Health team in Dudley on a 6‑month contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on public health while enjoying the flexibility of hybrid working.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out food hygiene inspections in accordance with the Food Law Code of Practice
• Investigate food complaints and respond to service requests
• Undertake sampling, food hygiene rating scheme (FHRS) assessments, and enforcement action where necessary
• Prepare reports and legal documentation, and attend court or tribunals as required
• Provide advice and guidance to food businesses to support compliance

About You

• Competency to carry out official food controls (as per FSA Code of Practice)
• Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health or equivalent
• EHRB Certificate of Registration or CIEH Registration
• Experience in food hygiene inspections and enforcement
• Strong communication, organisational, and report‑writing skills

What's on Offer

• £35‑£45 per hour, depending on experience
• 6‑month contract with potential for extension
• Hybrid working – flexible mix of remote and on‑site work
• Supportive and professional team environment

📅 Start Date: ASAP

📨 To Apply: Please send your CV and a short cover letter to my email