Hygiene Manager

2 Sisters Food Group; Thetford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major food manufacturing company in the UK is seeking a Hygiene Manager to oversee hygiene operations across multiple shifts. The ideal candidate will have experience in food manufacturing and be responsible for maintaining cleaning standards, compliance, and effective team coordination. You will interact with various stakeholders to ensure hygiene systems are effective and align with production needs. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including annual leave and employee assistance programs.

Benefits

Up to 33 days Annual Leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Grocery Aid services

Qualifications

• Experience in a Hygiene Manager or senior hygiene role within food manufacturing.
• Confidently lead multi-shift teams in a high-care or high-risk environment.
• Hands-on and operationally aware, balancing strategic overview and floor-level engagement.
• Knowledge of pest control systems and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate hygiene teams across multi-shift operations.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene documentation and procedures.
• Manage pest control processes and liaise with external providers.
• Support site technical standards and drive improvements.

Skills

Hygiene management

Leadership of multi-shift teams

Understanding of hygiene chemical systems

Pest control knowledge

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Working Hours: 08:00-16:00 (Monday-Friday)

Salary: Competitive Salary + benefits

About Us

Join 2 Sisters Food Group, one of the UK’s largest food manufacturers, with an annual turnover exceeding £3 billion and approximately 13,000 employees across multiple sites. We have a strong presence in poultry, chilled, and bakery food categories. We are committed to delivering high-quality products to the British public and our retail and food service customers, including major retailers like Aldi, Asda, Co-op, KFC, Lidl, Marks & Spencer, Morrison's, Salisbury's, Tesco, and Waitrose.

About the Role

As Hygiene Manager, you will be responsible for leading and developing hygiene teams across four shifts, covering both day and night operations. You’ll ensure the highest standards of cleanliness, food safety, and compliance are consistently met throughout the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and coordinate hygiene teams across multi-shift operations.
• Ensure all hygiene documentation, procedures, and codes of practice are up to date and fully compliant.
• Manage and maintain standards in line with Gateway practices and work collaboratively with Kersia, our chemical supplier, including supporting chemical audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee pest control processes and maintain effective communication with our external provider Ecolab; familiarity with the Ecolab portal is highly advantageous.
• Work closely with the Head of Technical to support site technical standards, resolve issues, and drive improvements.
• Play an active role in customer, internal, and third-party audits, including taking ownership of relevant sections during BRC audits.
• Maintain a strong presence on the factory floor, ensuring hygiene operations are practical, effective, and aligned with production needs.

About You

• Has experience in a Hygiene Manager or senior hygiene role within food manufacturing.
• Is confident leading multi-shift teams in a high-care or high-risk environment.
• Is hands-on, operationally aware, and able to balance strategic oversight with floor-level engagement.
• Understands hygiene chemical systems, supplier partnerships, and audit requirements.
• Has working knowledge of pest control systems and external provider management.
• Demonstrates strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills.

Why Join Us?

• Work for one of the UK’s largest food manufacturers with a proud legacy – from launching the UK’s first ready meals to driving modern innovation.
• Be part of a team that values integrity, respect, and continuous improvement.
• Work in a collaborative, values-driven environment where your voice matters.
• Enjoy a competitive salary, opportunities for real career development and a benefits package that includes:
• Up to 33 days Annual Leave including Bank Holidays
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid, offering confidential support services 365 days a year