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Robert WaltersGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Our client is on a mission to revolutionise fast food, proving that it can be both delicious and nutritious. They are seeking a Head of Food Safety and Technical to shape the safety and quality of their food for their UK grocery business and restaurants in the UK and Europe. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a talented team, develop safety systems, and embed a culture of continuous improvement, best practice, and resilience.
What You Will Do
Develop and lead company-wide food safety, quality, and compliance standardsSet safety and technical policies ensuring they are future-fit, scalable, and aligned with regulatory practicesAct as key point of contact for external regulators, auditors, and legal food safety mattersOversee food safety processes across all restaurantsManage internal and external audit programmesChampion food safety culture across restaurantsCollaborate with NPD and Operations to ensure new products are safeLead supplier technical approval and ongoing complianceOwn the technical integrity of product specifications
What You Will Bring
Senior-level experience in a food safety or quality assurance role ideally within retail or manufacturingBackground in food service, retail or manufacturingExpertise in HACCP, QMS, GFSI, allergen management, food safety legislation, ethical sourcingLead Auditor certification (or equivalent) with hands-on auditing experienceStrong people management skillsExcellent communication skillsStrong systems reporting capabilities
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