37 Food Handling jobs in the United Kingdom

• Role: Food Safety Officer
• Rate: Negotiable
• Start date: ASAP
• Working pattern: On Site
• 30/24hrs per week

• Inspecting categories C, D and Es
• No Enforcement involved just a carbon copy required
• Experience within a Local Authority and a proven track record of conducting Food Inspections
• Higher Certificate in Food Control (or equivalent) BSc (Hons) Environmental Health
• Registration with the Environmental Health Registration Board (EHRB)

g2 Recruitment are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requirments:

Applicants must have expereince of carrying out external inspections and issuing food hygiene ratings.

Role

Enforce all Food, Hygiene and Standards, Communicable Disease, Health & Safety, Public Health and Port Health legislation

Recommend and implement formal action including prosecution, seizure and detention of food and goods, closure of premises, prohibition of work activities, rejection and or destruction of imported products

Undertake the inspection of food manufacturing, storage, distribution and retail premises including vessels, to assist in the discharge of statutory food & port health authority functions

Undertake a range of activities relating to regulatory services to support the team

Maintain accurate records, collect evidence including witness statements, prepare criminal proceedings and give evidence as required

Compile inspection reports, legal notices, letters and take further legal actions as necessary in response to the above areas of work including seizure, detention, prosecution and prohibition of food or work activities

Investigate accidents or occupational health incidents at relevant commercial workplaces, including potentially fatal or other serious incidents

Investigate public health incidents, such as food poisoning outbreaks and cases of notifiable infectious disease

Action and / or allocate requests for service and investigate complaints. Issue advice and enforce remedial actions as necessary

Undertake investigative sampling and analyse results particularly with regard to product safety and food standards and take appropriate actions

Undertake such other duties as may be reasonably expected at this level

3. Role Accountabilities and Expected Outcomes

Management of Resources

Assist in work familiarisation of colleagues and new recruits including advice and guidance on how allocated resources may most effectively be used

Will have daily personal responsibility for a laptop computer, personal protective equipment (reflective jacket, safety shoes etc.), a camera, thermometer and other small items of equipment required to carry out food, safety and port health functions

For the period of time taken to sign out a key, deposit evidence and return a key, the post will have lone responsibility for the security of the secure evidence store. Frequency will be dependent on criminal investigations requiring use of the store and is likely to be infrequent

Creativity & Innovation

When inspecting premises or vessels apply legislation to determine the correct response which could include the provision of advice, service of notices, detention or seizure of food or equipment, prohibition of activities and/or gather evidence for prosecution

Conduct investigations of incidents which would include conducting interviews under PACE and the taking and drafting of witness statements and the compilation of prosecution files to court standards

Respond to service requests, adopting a consistent approach to the investigation and resolution of issues. Apply legislation, work procedures and work protocols to determine the correct response.

Investigations will require organising and undertaking visits, on occasion with other agencies. Co-ordinate enforcement operations between partner agencies, on occasion taking a lead role for the authority

Create a variety of inspection reports and letters on a daily basis which translate legal requirements in a manner appropriate for the recipient

Conduct examinations and inspections, form and act upon opinions as to fitness of food and safety. Provide bespoke advice to businesses, including alternative options and clearly distinguish between legal requirements and good practice. Use enforcement powers where necessary

Provide advice and guidance to facilitate the development of existing businesses and the establishment of new food operations

Carry out research to ensure knowledge is current for own professional development

A fully qualified Food competent Environmental Health Officer able to undertake food hygiene and food standards inspections in low to high risked premises, covering the work of a team colleague whilst on long term sick leave.

You will need to have completed either the Higher Certificate in Food Control (HCFC) or the Advanced Professional Certificate in Food Hygiene and Standards Control (APC-Food)To work independently to undertake (Apply online only) inspections of premises over a period of 3 months; provide food business operators with inspection reports providing legal responsibilities and best practice advice and a brand standard Food Hygiene Rating Scheme rating,

returning paperwork to be inputted onto our database within 48 hours of any inspections.

To undertake revisits where requested and to escalate more serious issues to the Lead Officer for Food and Safety.

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Job Description

We are currently seeking an experienced Food Safety Officer to join the Environmental Health team at the London Borough of Camden on a short-term assignment.

In this role, you will be responsible for conducting food safety inspections, investigations, enforcement actions, and managing complex casework to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and local authority policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct food safety inspections, re-inspections, and surveys across commercial premises

• Investigate food-related complaints and enforce statutory regulations

• Serve statutory notices and initiate prosecutions where required

• Prepare detailed reports, legal documentation, and provide expert witness support when needed

• Consult with businesses, landlords, developers, and contractors to resolve compliance issues

• Provide specialist advice and oversee junior staff in legal drafting and case development

• Represent the council at tribunals, courts, and public inquiries

• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records in line with council procedures

Requirements:

• Background in food safety is mandatory

• Hold relevant qualifications (EHRB, CIEH, or equivalent) and up-to-date food safety competencies

• Strong knowledge of food safety legislation and codes of practice

• Proven experience in enforcement and prosecution processes

• Ability to manage a complex caseload independently

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer service skills

• Ability to work occasional out-of-hours for inspections

If interested in this role please send your CV to Lee-Jaun at Coyle Personnel Ltd.

Requirments:

Applicants must have expereince of carrying out external inspections and issuing food hygiene ratings.

Role

Enforce all Food, Hygiene and Standards, Communicable Disease, Health & Safety, Public Health and Port Health legislation

Recommend and implement formal action including prosecution, seizure and detention of food and goods, closure of premises, prohibition of work activities, rejection and or destruction of imported products

Undertake the inspection of food manufacturing, storage, distribution and retail premises including vessels, to assist in the discharge of statutory food & port health authority functions

Undertake a range of activities relating to regulatory services to support the team

Maintain accurate records, collect evidence including witness statements, prepare criminal proceedings and give evidence as required

Compile inspection reports, legal notices, letters and take further legal actions as necessary in response to the above areas of work including seizure, detention, prosecution and prohibition of food or work activities

Investigate accidents or occupational health incidents at relevant commercial workplaces, including potentially fatal or other serious incidents

Investigate public health incidents, such as food poisoning outbreaks and cases of notifiable infectious disease

Action and / or allocate requests for service and investigate complaints. Issue advice and enforce remedial actions as necessary

Undertake investigative sampling and analyse results particularly with regard to product safety and food standards and take appropriate actions

Undertake such other duties as may be reasonably expected at this level

3. Role Accountabilities and Expected Outcomes

Management of Resources

Assist in work familiarisation of colleagues and new recruits including advice and guidance on how allocated resources may most effectively be used

Will have daily personal responsibility for a laptop computer, personal protective equipment (reflective jacket, safety shoes etc.), a camera, thermometer and other small items of equipment required to carry out food, safety and port health functions

For the period of time taken to sign out a key, deposit evidence and return a key, the post will have lone responsibility for the security of the secure evidence store. Frequency will be dependent on criminal investigations requiring use of the store and is likely to be infrequent

Creativity & Innovation

When inspecting premises or vessels apply legislation to determine the correct response which could include the provision of advice, service of notices, detention or seizure of food or equipment, prohibition of activities and/or gather evidence for prosecution

Conduct investigations of incidents which would include conducting interviews under PACE and the taking and drafting of witness statements and the compilation of prosecution files to court standards

Respond to service requests, adopting a consistent approach to the investigation and resolution of issues. Apply legislation, work procedures and work protocols to determine the correct response.

Investigations will require organising and undertaking visits, on occasion with other agencies. Co-ordinate enforcement operations between partner agencies, on occasion taking a lead role for the authority

Create a variety of inspection reports and letters on a daily basis which translate legal requirements in a manner appropriate for the recipient

Conduct examinations and inspections, form and act upon opinions as to fitness of food and safety. Provide bespoke advice to businesses, including alternative options and clearly distinguish between legal requirements and good practice. Use enforcement powers where necessary

Provide advice and guidance to facilitate the development of existing businesses and the establishment of new food operations

Carry out research to ensure knowledge is current for own professional development

• Role: Food Safety Officer
• Rate: Negotiable
• Start date: ASAP
• Working pattern: On Site
• 30/24hrs per week

• Inspecting categories C, D and Es
• No Enforcement involved just a carbon copy required
• Experience within a Local Authority and a proven track record of conducting Food Inspections
• Higher Certificate in Food Control (or equivalent) BSc (Hons) Environmental Health
• Registration with the Environmental Health Registration Board (EHRB)

g2 Recruitment are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.

A fully qualified Food competent Environmental Health Officer able to undertake food hygiene and food standards inspections in low to high risked premises, covering the work of a team colleague whilst on long term sick leave.

You will need to have completed either the Higher Certificate in Food Control (HCFC) or the Advanced Professional Certificate in Food Hygiene and Standards Control (APC-Food)To work independently to undertake (Apply online only) inspections of premises over a period of 3 months; provide food business operators with inspection reports providing legal responsibilities and best practice advice and a brand standard Food Hygiene Rating Scheme rating,

returning paperwork to be inputted onto our database within 48 hours of any inspections.

To undertake revisits where requested and to escalate more serious issues to the Lead Officer for Food and Safety.

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Job Description

We are currently seeking an experienced Food Safety Officer to join the Environmental Health team at the London Borough of Camden on a short-term assignment.

In this role, you will be responsible for conducting food safety inspections, investigations, enforcement actions, and managing complex casework to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and local authority policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct food safety inspections, re-inspections, and surveys across commercial premises

• Investigate food-related complaints and enforce statutory regulations

• Serve statutory notices and initiate prosecutions where required

• Prepare detailed reports, legal documentation, and provide expert witness support when needed

• Consult with businesses, landlords, developers, and contractors to resolve compliance issues

• Provide specialist advice and oversee junior staff in legal drafting and case development

• Represent the council at tribunals, courts, and public inquiries

• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records in line with council procedures

Requirements:

• Background in food safety is mandatory

• Hold relevant qualifications (EHRB, CIEH, or equivalent) and up-to-date food safety competencies

• Strong knowledge of food safety legislation and codes of practice

• Proven experience in enforcement and prosecution processes

• Ability to manage a complex caseload independently

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer service skills

• Ability to work occasional out-of-hours for inspections

If interested in this role please send your CV to Lee-Jaun at Coyle Personnel Ltd.

My client in Kent is looking to appoint a talented Food Safety Contractor.

My client are seeking an experienced Food Safety Contractor to join their Environmental Health Team on a temporary/contract basis.

What's on offer:

• Hybrid working

• Contract type: Contract (till March 2026)
• Hours: Monday to Friday

About the role:

Based in Kent (Hybrid):

• Conduct food hygiene and safety inspections and interventions in Category D, E, and unrated premises
• Ensure compliance with the Food Law Code of Practice and internal procedures
• Prepare clear and accurate inspection reports

About you:
You will have the following experiences:

• Extensive experience in a similar role
• BSc (Hons) Degree in Environmental Health or Higher Certificate in Food Control (or equivalent)
• Registration with the Environmental Health Registration Board (EHRB) and/or the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health Professional Registers
• Have a demonstrable minimum of 3 year's experience delivering food hygiene and safety official controls and interventions

How to apply

• Once your CV is received, if you are successful you will be contacted.
• Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

About Spencer Clarke Group

Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will also provide expert career advice along the way.

When you join us, you will receive:

• Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities
• Free DBS checks
• Post Placement Aftercare
• Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionals

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