Hygiene Manager

Pilgrim's Europe; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim's Europe is seeking a Hygiene Manager to lead a night and day hygiene team at our Linton site. You will ensure compliance with hygiene standards and drive audit readiness, quality and food safety across all departments.

The role requires strong leadership, HACCP involvement and effective liaison with suppliers and internal teams. Night shift pattern applies with responsibility for site hygiene during operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a hygiene management role.
• Strong understanding of BRC standards and industry best practices.
• Commitment to continuous improvement.
• Excellent team management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with hygiene requirements.
• Maintain records for audit purposes.
• Lead and develop the hygiene team.
• Oversee supplier relationships for chemicals.
• Lead hygiene audits and visits.
• Manage hygiene budgets.
• Promote quality and food safety awareness.
• Support HACCP participation and audits.
• Contribute to site improvement plans.

Skills

Hygiene management

BRC standards

Team leadership

Quality communication

Education

Degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Hygiene Manager

Location: Linton

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Night Shift - 9.30pm - 6am Monday to Friday

Purpose / Added Value

Lead and manage a team of night and day shift cleaners, ensuring all operational and facility areas are maintained to the highest industry standards. This role requires strict adherence to health and safety processes and procedures while fostering collaboration across all departments.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure compliance with all technical and hygiene requirements.


• Maintain accurate records for audit purposes.


• Manage and develop the hygiene team effectively.


• Oversee the site’s relationship with chemical suppliers.


• Host and lead hygiene audits and visits.


• Manage hygiene budgets.


• Communicate hygiene-related matters across relevant departments.


• Take ownership of non-conformances and proactively resolve potential issues.


• Promote a culture of quality and food safety awareness, leading by example.


• Encourage staff to report quality or food safety issues, reward proactive reporting, and provide feedback on corrective actions.


• Support food safety and quality management systems through HACCP participation, audits, and maintaining “audit-ready” status.


• Attend OPEX tier meetings or delegate when necessary; contribute to departmental and site improvement plans.


• Sign and annually review the Linton Quality and Food Safety Contract.

Skills & Knowledge

• Proven experience in a similar hygiene management role.


• Strong understanding of BRC standards, customer requirements, and industry best practices.


• Commitment to continuous improvement.


• Excellent team management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or equivalent demonstrating technical awareness.

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