Key Responsibilities
Hygiene Management
• Develop, implement, and maintain the site hygiene schedule for all low-risk and nonproduction areas (or full site if required).
• Ensure all cleaning tasks are completed to the required standards, including deep cleans, routine cleans, and post-maintenance cleans.
• Review and update cleaning procedures, SSOWs, and hygiene documentation as required.
• Conduct daily hygiene checks and ensure corrective actions are completed promptly.
• Ensure the site is always audit-ready, supporting customer and third-party audits.
• Manage the safe handling, storage, and use of cleaning chemicals in compliance with COSHH regulations.
• Lead micro-related investigations when hygiene issues or out-of-spec results occur.
• Ensure all cleaning equipment is maintained, stored correctly, and replaced when required.
Team Leadership
• Lead, manage, and develop the Hygiene Team, providing training, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Allocate daily and weekly cleaning tasks and ensure staff understand expectations.
• Manage hygiene team rotas, holidays, sickness cover, and overall labour planning.
• Conduct regular toolbox talks and hygiene refresher training.
• Promote a culture of ownership, teamwork, and high standards within the hygiene function.
Audit & Compliance
• Complete GMP audits, hygiene inspections, and environmental checks, escalating nonconformances where appropriate.
• Work closely with the Technical Team to ensure food safety standards are consistently met.
• Maintain accurate hygiene records for audit and verification purposes.
• Support root cause investigations related to foreign body issues, allergen contamination, or micro failures. Health & Safety
• Ensure hygiene staff follow safe systems of work and wear appropriate PPE at all times.
• Maintain compliance with Health & Safety policies, COSHH, and risk assessments.
• Report any hazards, near misses, equipment issues, or incidents immediately.
• Ensure safe use of industrial equipment such as scrubber-dryers, pressure washers, and chemical dosing systems.
Continuous Improvement
• Identify opportunities to improve hygiene standards and cleaning efficiency.
• Review cleaning chemicals, tools, and processes for potential optimisation or cost savings.
• Implement improvements following audits, customer feedback, or internal reviews.
• Work with Operations and Technical teams to reduce waste, downtime, and risk.
Key Skills & Requirements
Experience: Minimum 2 years in a Hygiene Supervisor or Hygiene Manager role within food manufacturing.
Leadership: Ability to lead, train, motivate, and manage a diverse hygiene team.
Technical Knowledge: Strong knowledge of hygiene systems, COSHH, food safety, allergen controls, and GMP.
Communication: Clear communicator with good organisational and record-keeping skills; confident in reporting to senior management.
Problem Solving: Experienced in root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
Physical Requirements: Capable of manual work and operating hygiene equipment safely.
Systems: Competent in using Microsoft Office (Excel, Teams) and able to maintain accurate hygiene documentation
Hygiene Manager in London employer: Around Noon
As a Dispatch Operative, you will join a dynamic team in a supportive work environment that prioritises safety and efficiency. Our company offers competitive benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and a culture that values collaboration across departments. Located in a thriving area, we provide immediate start options and a commitment to equal opportunities, making us an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
