Senior Food Safety Officer

Who You Are

• A dedicated professional with a degree-level education or three years of demonstrable professional experience.
• You have a minimum baseline qualification for food hygiene official controls meeting the competency requirements of the Food Law Code of Practice for an Authorised Officer.
• An individual with excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills, capable of clear communication with diverse contacts.
• Adaptable and self-motivated, with a flexible attitude and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• A proactive team player who champions diversity, equality, and inclusive practices.

What the Job Involves

• Providing technical professional services to protect and improve the health and wellbeing of residents, workers, and visitors within the Borough.
• Assisting, advising, and enforcing statutory powers to ensure safety and maintain legal standards.
• Reporting to the Food Safety Team Leader and participating in related operations and projects.
• Investigating food premises, handling service requests, and conducting legal enforcement actions.
• Inspecting premises, preparing reports, and liaising with relevant authorities and stakeholders.
• Developing knowledge sharing initiatives, providing technical support, and delivering food hygiene training.
• Promoting effective communication, preparing reports, and representing the team at meetings.
• Maintaining records, contributing to business processes, and ensuring data integrity.
• Respecting health and safety regulations and promoting Council values and priorities.

Skills

• Technically knowledgeable in Environmental Health/Legislation
• Sound understanding of food safety processes
• Competent in Microsoft Office and data management systems
• Ability to draft legal documents accurately
• Project management and problem-solving skills
• Capability to manage complex cases efficiently
• Strong customer service understanding
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively