Food Safety and Compliance Officer

Talent Guardian; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Job description

Food Safety and Compliance Officer

Location: London Salary: Competitive
Full-Time Permanent

Our client is a leading events venue, hosting over 400 events and welcoming millions of visitors annually. As they continue to grow and expand, they are looking for a Food Safety and Compliance Officer to ensure the highest standards of food safety and compliance across their venue.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Food and Beverage, the successful candidate will take operational responsibility for food safety compliance across retail units, kitchens, commercial partnerships, and events. This is a key role that requires expertise in food safety legislation, risk assessment, and HACCP implementation.

Key Responsibilities

Venue & Event Compliance

1. Ensure all food and beverage partners meet legislative and food safety compliance standards.
2. Conduct regular food safety audits, inspections, and event audits across the venue.
3. Act as the main point of contact for all food safety matters, providing support to stakeholders.
4. Oversee external audits and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
5. Develop and maintain food safety policies and procedures.

What We’re Looking For

1. Experience in food safety audits and producing detailed reports.
2. Strong knowledge of HACCP, risk assessments, and compliance documentation.
3. A deep understanding of local authority food hygiene inspections and the Food Hygiene Rating Scheme.
4. Expertise in food safety, allergen management, and health & safety legislation.
5. Minimum Level 4 Food Safety qualification with 3+ years in a senior food safety role.
6. Ideally, a qualified Environmental Health Officer with experience in both local government and private sector audits.
7. Experience in events or a similar fast-paced environment is desirable.
8. A proactive, client-facing, and adaptable professional with excellent communication skills.

Why Join

1. Work in a dynamic and exciting environment at the heart of London’s entertainment and business hub.
2. Join a team that values professional growth, collaboration, and excellence.

If you are passionate about food safety and want to be part of a landmark venue, we would love to hear from you.