Food Safety & Quality Manager

The Salad Project; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious company is seeking a Food Safety & Quality Manager to ensure the highest food safety and hygiene standards across its kitchens. This role is crucial for maintaining compliance and driving improvements in food safety practices. You will spend most of your time in stores conducting audits and training staff, while also managing administrative tasks. Join a fast-paced environment where your contributions will directly impact the company's success and food safety culture. This is a unique opportunity for growth in a dynamic and supportive team setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in food safety, quality assurance, or compliance role.
• Strong understanding of food safety legislation and HACCP principles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily audits to ensure food safety and quality standards.
• Monitor compliance systems and update food safety policies.
• Provide coaching and training on food safety procedures.

Skills

Food Safety

Quality Assurance

Auditing Skills

HACCP

Detail-Oriented

Proactive Approach

Organizational Skills

Education

Food Safety Level 3

Job description

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**The Role**

As Food Safety & Quality Manager, you will be the key player in ensuring our kitchens meet and exceed all food safety and hygiene standards. You will be hands-on, spending 80% of your time in our stores auditing, improving, and refining our food safety and quality processes. The remaining 20% of your role will involve administrative responsibilities, including monitoring compliance systems, updating literature for menu changes, and supporting operational improvements.

This is a critical role in our operations team, ensuring our teams are confident in food safety practices and that we are always ahead of the curve when it comes to compliance and best practices.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Food Safety & Compliance (80% Store-Based)**

• Conduct daily audits across our stores to ensure food safety and quality standards are upheld.
• Identify areas of improvement and work with store teams to implement best practices.
• Monitor cleanliness, food handling, stock rotation, and temperature controls in all kitchens.
• Provide coaching and training to the team on food safety and hygiene procedures.
• Investigate and address food safety incidents, working with teams to implement corrective actions.
• Keep up to date with UK food safety regulations and ensure compliance across all sites.
• Support stores in maintaining Level 5 Food Hygiene Ratings at all locations.
  
  

**Systems & Administration (20% Office-Based)**

• Monitor and update food safety compliance systems (e.g., HACCP documentation, due diligence records).
• Review and update SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and food safety policies as needed.
• Support the menu development team by ensuring food safety considerations are included in new product launches.
• Assist with supplier audits and food quality control processes.
  
  

**Team Collaboration & Support**

• As part of the Operations Team, there may be rare occasions where you’re needed outside of your role—whether that’s supporting a store in a crunch moment or helping out on a project. At The Salad Project, we believe in a hands-on, team-first approach.
  
  

**What We’re Looking For**

Food Safety Experience: Minimum 2 years in a food safety, quality assurance, or compliance role within hospitality, QSR, or food production.

Strong Auditing Skills: You know what excellent food safety looks like and aren’t afraid to highlight gaps and drive improvements.

HACCP & Food Safety Level 3 (or higher): A solid understanding of food safety legislation and HACCP principles.

Detail-Oriented & Proactive: You spot potential risks before they become issues and are always thinking about the next step for improvement.

Confident & Approachable: You can work closely with store teams, ensuring they feel supported while maintaining high standards.

Organized & Efficient: Able to balance store visits, audits, and admin work effectively.

Startup Mindset: Willing to jump in when needed, even if it’s outside your core role.

• Why Join The Salad Project?**
  
  

A growing brand: Be part of an ambitious company that’s making fresh food exciting.

Impactful role: Your work will directly shape our food safety culture and operational success.

Fast-moving environment: Every day is different, and we move fast to make things happen.

Career Growth: As we scale, there will be plenty of opportunities for you to grow with us.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Hospitality

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