Location: Banbury, OX16 3JU Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Hours: Monday – Friday (flexibility required) Salary: £50,000 per annum Start Date: 1st April 2025 (Notice periods considered) We are seeking an experienced Hygiene Manager to oversee hygiene services at a bakery in Banbury. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and experience in hygiene management within a food manufacturing environment. This role involves ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, managing a team, and maintaining high cleanliness standards. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with client representatives. Ensure hygiene standards are consistently achieved and maintained. Recruit and manage a team to meet service requirements effectively. Handle complaints and resolve issues professionally. Allocate work efficiently to optimize staff and resources. Conduct regular audits, document findings, and implement corrective actions. Maintain compliance with all company and client policies. Ensure GMP compliance and audit readiness at all times. Implement and manage health & safety policies, including risk assessments. Ensure proper use of PPE and adherence to safety protocols. Oversee the safe use and maintenance of all hygiene equipment and materials. Investigate incidents and ensure proper reporting and documentation. Provide leadership, direction, and training to all employees. Conduct staff appraisals and implement individual development plans. Ensure proper induction and ongoing training for all employees. Requirements: Previous experience in a hygiene management role, preferably in food manufacturing. Strong leadership and team management skills. Knowledge of health & safety and hygiene regulations. Experience conducting audits and ensuring compliance. Ability to handle complaints and resolve issues effectively. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs. Benefits: Competitive salary of £50,000 per annum. Opportunity to work in a well-established food manufacturing environment. Full-time permanent role with career growth potential. Training and development opportunities. This role may be suitable for candidates from Banbury, Oxford, Bicester, Brackley, Chipping Norton, Daventry, or surrounding areas, or for candidates considering roles such as Hygiene Supervisor, Cleaning Manager, Food Safety Manager, or Compliance Manager. If you meet the above requirements and are interested in this opportunity, apply today INDPERM ADZN1_UKTJ