Food Safety Officer

Company Overview

A large and well-established local authority based in Birmingham, committed to protecting public health and maintaining high food safety standards across the city. The team works closely with local businesses to ensure compliance and promote best practice.

Role Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced Food Safety Officer to support the Environmental Health team on a full-time basis. This role will focus on delivering statutory food safety functions, inspections, and enforcement activities across a varied commercial portfolio. The position requires an on-site presence three days per week, with flexibility for remote working on remaining days.

Key Responsibilities

* Carry out food hygiene inspections across a range of food premises in line with the Food Law Code of Practice

* Investigate food complaints, infectious disease notifications, and food-related incidents

* Provide advice and guidance to food business operators to ensure compliance

* Undertake enforcement actions where necessary, including improvement notices and formal action

* Maintain accurate records and reports using internal systems

* Support wider Environmental Health and Trading Standards initiatives as required

Requirements

Qualifications / Skills & Experience

* Proven experience working as a Food Safety Officer within a local authority

* Strong knowledge of food safety legislation and enforcement procedures

* Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload

* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Essential

* Environmental Health qualification or equivalent

* EHRB registration (or working towards)

* Competency to undertake food hygiene inspections (including Category A–C where applicable)

Desirable

* Experience working in a metropolitan or high-volume authority

* REHIS / CIEH membership

* Experience with infectious disease investigations

Additional Information

* Rate: £35–£40 per hour (depending on experience)

* Hours:

Full-time

* Working Pattern: 3 days per week office-based in Birmingham

* Contract Length:
Ongoing / initial 3–6 months with potential extension