Job Title: Interim Hygiene Manager (Nights)
Salary: Day rate – negotiable
Location: London
Job Ref: HW/00976
Date Posted: 8/10/24
Overview
We are looking for a hands-on, proactive Interim Hygiene Manager to support the Facilities and Engineering team at a fast-paced food production site. You’ll be the driving force behind improvements, ensuring standards are met by developing practical solutions and guiding the team in course correction.
The Role
- Oversee hygiene processes for kitchen and restaurant areas, working with a night team of 50 across store services, supervisors, and assistant team leaders
- Hold the team accountable to hygiene standards, but also offer the support and solutions they need to improve
- Develop a detailed checklist for daily hygiene tasks—ensuring actions are consistently followed up
- Lead efforts to address ongoing issues like flies, including identifying breeding sites and implementing fixes
- Report findings, progress, and any persistent challenges directly to Andrew and senior management
- Help transition the team out of nights while maintaining standard
- Foster a culture of hygiene excellence through clear communication and explanation of “why” these standards matter
The Candidate
- A strong background in food safety and hygiene management within food production or a similar environment
- The ability to communicate effectively with team members and persuade them to take necessary actions, even when they may be resistant
- A practical, hands-on approach with experience in implementing and maintaining hygiene standards
- Leadership and management experience with large teams, preferably in night-shift environments
- Flexibility to work weekends as needed and availability for immediate start
