Food Safety Officer

Food Safety Officer / Food Inspector £25.74 per hour (Umbrella)
3-month ongoing contract
South West London
36 hours per week | Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm

We are currently seeking a fully competent Food Safety Officer to support a busy Environmental Health service across Kingston and Sutton.
This role is ideal for an experienced Food Inspector who can work independently, manage their own workload and deliver high-quality inspections in line with national standards.

The Role

• Carry out food hygiene and food standards inspections of food business operators rated C–E, using the FHRS brand standard
• Inspect new and previously unrated food premises
• Work independently across Kingston and Sutton, managing a demanding inspection programme
• Aim to complete up to 175 inspections during the contract period
• Ensure all inspections, records and enforcement actions are completed accurately and in line with legislation
• Flexibility to undertake some evening inspections as required

Essential Requirements

• Fully competent Food Safety Officer / Food Inspector
• Recent experience (within the last 2 years) working as a food inspector is essential
• Proven experience inspecting food businesses for hygiene and standards compliance
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong knowledge of food safety legislation and enforcement procedures

PLEASE NOTE: All applications are monitored and shortlisted candidates will be contacted via phone call or email