Job Description
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Night Hygiene Manager to lead and oversee hygiene operations across a large, high-end food production and retail environment. Working during night shifts, the role is responsible for ensuring all hygiene activities meet the highest food safety, quality, and compliance standards, enabling a safe and efficient start to daytime operations.
This position plays a critical role in maintaining brand reputation, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence within a premium food business.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead, manage, and motivate the night hygiene team to deliver effective and consistent cleaning standards
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Plan, organise, and monitor nightly hygiene schedules to ensure all areas are cleaned, sanitised, and ready for production or retail use
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Ensure full compliance with food safety legislation, internal standards, and audit requirements (e.g. BRC, SALSA, EHO expectations)
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Conduct hygiene inspections, verify cleaning effectiveness, and address any non-conformances
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Manage hygiene chemicals, equipment, and consumables, ensuring correct use and safe storage
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Train and develop hygiene operatives, promoting best practice and continuous improvement
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Liaise with production, engineering, and quality teams to support operational needs
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Maintain accurate hygiene records, reports, and documentation
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Drive a strong food safety and hygiene culture across the site during night operations
Candidate Profile
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Proven experience in a Hygiene Manager or Senior Hygiene Supervisor role within food manufacturing, food retail, or hospitality
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Strong knowledge of food safety standards, cleaning validation, and hygiene best practice
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Confident people manager with the ability to lead teams during night shifts
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Highly organised with strong attention to detail
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Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-standards environment
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Good communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
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Flexible and reliable, with experience working night shifts preferred
Next Steps
If you have the skills and experience to deliver exceptional hygiene standards in a premium food environment, please submit your CV or contact the details below.
