Lead Ventilation Hygiene Team: Kitchen Extract Cleaning

Indepth Hygiene Services Ltd; Southampton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Overtime opportunities

Tools, uniform & PPE provided

Training & development

Clear progression opportunities

Support from national group

Job summary

Indepth Hygiene Services is seeking an experienced Ventilation Hygiene Team Leader to lead a two-person team delivering commercial kitchen extract cleaning and TR19 Grease-compliant ventilation services across customer sites.

You will oversee day-to-day execution, manage site documentation, liaise with customers, and ensure compliance with health and safety requirements while delivering high-quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in kitchen extract cleaning, ventilation hygiene, ductwork cleaning, or TR19 Grease compliance.
• Previous experience supervising teams or leading projects in a field-based environment.
• Strong understanding of commercial kitchen extraction systems (canopies, ductwork, risers, extract fans).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Valid CSCS card.
• Ability to pass an Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Lead a two-person Ventilation Hygiene team delivering cleaning and compliance works across customer sites.
• Carry out commercial kitchen extract cleaning in accordance with TR19 Grease standards.
• Clean ventilation ductwork and associated air handling systems.
• Ensure all works are completed safely and in line with company procedures and risk assessments.
• Conduct site set-up, equipment inspections, and safe systems of work briefings.
• Supervise and support the Operative to ensure high standards of workmanship.
• Identify and report defects, maintenance concerns, and compliance issues.
• Complete detailed site reports, photographic records, and compliance documentation.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customers whilst on site.
• Promote excellent health and safety standards and professional customer service at all times.

Skills

Kitchen extract cleaning

Ventilation hygiene

Ductwork cleaning

TR19 Grease compliance

Team supervision

Driving licence

CSCS card

Enhanced DBS

Safety awareness

Customer service

Job description

Indepth Hygiene Services is seeking an experienced Ventilation Hygiene Team Leader to lead a two-person team delivering commercial kitchen extract cleaning and TR19 Grease-compliant ventilation services across customer sites.

You will oversee day-to-day execution, manage site documentation, liaise with customers, and ensure compliance with health and safety requirements while delivering high-quality workmanship.