Commercial Food & Safety Officer
* Grade: Practitioner Grade 4
* Pay: £55 per hour (paid weekly)
* Contract Type: Contract - Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
Location: Cornwall
The Commercial Food & Safety Team safeguards public health and supports businesses in maintaining high standards of food hygiene and safety through effective guidance, training, and enforcement.
About the Role
As a Commercial Food & Safety Officer, you will oversee compliance with legislation, lead and mentor colleagues, and ensure high-quality, customer-focused service delivery. You’ll process food and safety interventions, handle technical and enforcement work, and collaborate with key partners such as the HSE, UKHSA, and FSA.
Responsibilities
* Ensure compliance with food and health & safety legislation and best practice.
* Coach and develop colleagues and partners to build confidence and competence.
* Manage inspections, complaints, enforcement, and export certification.
* Provide expert advice and lead projects improving service delivery.
* Promote best practice and deliver educational and compliance initiatives.
Essential Requirements
* Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field.
* Competence to undertake food safety interventions under the Food Law Code of Practice and/or act as an inspector under the Health & Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.
* Strong knowledge of legislation, enforcement, and food hygiene standards.
* Excellent communication, analytical, and mentoring skills.
Apply now to play a key role in protecting public health and supporting safe, compliant businesses across Cornwall.
INDLG
#J-18808-Ljbffr