Food Safety Manager
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/2240324/152366
- Location: London
- Job type: Full Time - 40 hours per week
- Salary: Competitive salary plus bonus
- Closing date: 21 January 2026
About the role
Food Safety Manager
Salary: Competitive salary plus bonus
Benefits: Sodexo benefits/Car allowance
Hours: Monday to Friday
Location: No fixed location - Travel required around the London area/Ireland required.
This role does require regular travel to our sites across the London area and occasional travel to Ireland.
Role Purpose
The Food Safety & Health & Safety Manager is responsible for driving high standards of food safety and supporting health and safety compliance across a portfolio of catering operations. The role ensures all services are delivered safely, compliantly, and in line with Sodexo UK & Ireland policies, while promoting a strong, proactive safety culture.
Working closely with catering managers, site teams, and central functions, the role provides expert guidance, supports continuous improvement, and helps deliver operational and client safety objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Food Safety (Primary Focus)
- Lead the implementation of the Food Safety Management System across multi-site catering operations
- Conduct food safety audits, inspections, and hygiene reviews
- Provide expert advice on HACCP, allergen management, hygiene, temperature control, and supplier assurance
- Support, coach, and train catering managers and teams in food safety best practice
- Manage corrective actions and ensure timely closure of non-conformances
- Liaise with Environmental Health Officers and external authorities as required
Health & Safety
- Support implementation of Health & Safety policies, procedures, and risk management initiatives
- Promote a positive safety culture, including near-miss reporting
- Lead accident and incident investigations and root cause analysis
- Support business continuity and risk management activity
Reporting & Performance
- Monitor performance against safety targets and KPIs
- Provide monthly and quarterly performance updates
- Ensure timely reporting and investigation of all food safety and HSE incidents
Accountabilities
- Compliance with all relevant food safety and health & safety legislation and company standards
- Effective support to operational teams, adding value and driving improvement
- Delivery of initiatives that support Sodexo and client safety targets
- Reduction in incidents and improvement in safety performance indicators
Person Specification
Essential
- Degree (or equivalent) in Food Science, Environmental Health, or related discipline
- Level 4 Award in Food Safety (or equivalent)
- NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent
- Strong knowledge of UK food safety legislation and HACCP
- Experience in a multi-site catering or foodservice environment
- Excellent communication and influencing skills
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
Key Competencies
- Passionate about food safety and customer wellbeing
- Detail-oriented and methodical
- Collaborative and approachable
- Practical, solutions-focused mindset
- Self-motivated with strong organisational skills
Why Sodexo?
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.
Belong in a company and team that values you for you.
Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.
Thrive in your own way.
We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:
- Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
- An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
- Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
- Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big-brand retailers
- Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
- Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
- Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
- Sodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policies
Ready to be part of something greater?
Join a team that values you for being you.
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications
KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
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