Safety Advisor

Are you ready to kickstart your career in Food Safety?  Do you want to work towards becoming a Food Safety professional in one of the most renown food safety businesses in the industry? Then, look no further.

Who are we?

Based in central London & Wellingborough operating throughout the UK and internationally, Food Alert is a leading food safety and health & safety consultancy. Our clients span many sectors including retail, leisure and education, but hospitality is where our expertise and passion lies. We work with some of the UK’s most innovative, exciting, and high-profile restaurants and brands, hotels, and pub groups such as Brewdog, The Ivy Collection, Dishoom, Citizen M, and Harbour Hotels.

We are also part of The Citation Group with a whopping 100,000+ clients across our group companies who trust and adore us, we’re on a relentless quest for continuous expansion. Over the past three years alone, we’ve continued to acquire businesses that offer products and services our clients crave. And guess what? We’re not hitting the brakes; our expansion journey charges on. Trust us, this is where you want to be.

Who are we looking for?

We get that getting into an industry without loads of experience can be difficult (and frustrating for you!) so we are here to make this easier. We’ve got over 8 years of experience in developing Safety superstars.

Your background could be:

• A graduate with BSc in Environmental Health, eager to apply theoretical knowledge practically and gain industry experience.
• Working in hospitality but ready to shift away from demanding work hours and dedicated to assisting the hospitality industry with future further expertise.
• A qualified health and safety professional seeking to transition into a food safety role, leveraging both qualification and experience.

How does the academy work?

Join our Academy to transform yourself into a seasoned Food Safety Professional, equipped to support clients in the hospitality industry. With the guidance of our experienced professionals, you’ll embark on a tailored development journey within our highly successful Academy Programme.

Your adventure begins in our Technical Teams, where a thorough induction and onboarding process will introduce you to our consultancy and auditing operations. Through training and shadowing, you’ll delve into various food safety topics, laying a solid foundation for your career with us at Food Alert.

As part of our programme, you’ll undergo relevant training to become a well-rounded food safety professional. Progressing through a personalised pathway, you’ll gradually lead audits and inspections, gaining expertise and expanding your client base.

Our Food Safety Academy complements our other successful development programmes, ensuring you’re equipped for success. If you’re ready for an exhilarating career in food safety and eager to make a real impact, join us – we have the tools and the team to support your journey.

What you need to know:

• This is a full-time permanent role.
• You will have the privilege of learning from our experienced and talented consultants.
• All training and development will be funded throughout, and we are the experts at striking that balance between studying and working (and having a life outside of work!)

Why you should apply and what we need from you

We’re seeking passionate individuals ready to jumpstart and advance their careers in food safety. While technical knowledge and experience are beneficial, we prioritise a willingness to learn, grow, and excel. If you’ve been unsure about entering this career path, our door is open for a chat.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, valuing transferable skills and positive attitudes. We’re on the lookout for problem solvers, critical thinkers, and detail-oriented individuals with high-quality standards. Excellent communication skills and professionalism are essential as you represent our brand while supporting clients and colleagues alike.

All you need is:

• A genuine passion for a rewarding food safety career
• Willingness to travel
• Full driving licence (dependant on location)
• Either a relevant qualification or industry experience

What you get from us (on top of everything you’ve already read)

• Lots of support / exposure / on the job training & development
• Ability to work flexibly from home / office
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and 3 ‘gift days’ between Christmas and New Year
• Additional holiday enhancements (e.g. a week off if you get married, time off on the birth of a grandchild etc)
• Enhanced sick pay
• Employee Assistance Programme including face to face counselling sessions
• Healthcare cash plan incl discounted gym membership
• Life insurance
• Referral bonuses and vouchers
• A fun, sociable team… and working in the hospitality industry we know how to throw a good party!