Food Safety Team Leader

Food Safety Team Leader

Location: Hertfordshire

Rate: £50–£60 per hour (Inside IR35)

Contract Length: 3–6 months

Working Pattern: Hybrid – 3 days per week in the office, 2 days from home

A local authority in Hertfordshire is seeking an experienced Food Safety Team Leader to join their Environmental Health service on an interim basis.

This is a key leadership role, responsible for managing and supporting a team of Food Safety / Environmental Health Officers to ensure the delivery of statutory food safety functions and the protection of public health.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and support a team of Food Safety / Environmental Health Officers
• Oversee food hygiene inspections, interventions, and enforcement activity
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, codes of practice, and council policies
• Manage workloads, performance, and quality assurance within the team
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and case support where required
• Support service planning and help maintain performance against national targets

Requirements

Qualified Environmental Health Officer (EHRB / CIEH registered)

Substantial experience in food safety enforcement within a local authority

Proven experience in a supervisory or team leader role

Strong knowledge of food safety legislation and enforcement procedures

Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment

What’s on Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £50–£60 per hour (Inside IR35)
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement
• Opportunity to step into a well-supported team and make an immediate impact

This role is ideal for an experienced Food Safety professional looking for a short-term leadership contract within a supportive local authority setting.

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If you\’re interested and would like to know more please apply or send me an email via will@varnomross.co.uk