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Hygiene SupervisorLocation: Maidstone AreaJob Type: Permanent, Full-TimeBenefits: £14.50 per hour (weekly pay), performance review after 12 weeks, PPE provided, leadership training, opportunities for advancement
Are you a proactive leader with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for food safety?
Our client, a respected player in the fresh produce sector, is seeking an experienced Hygiene Supervisor to lead their evening hygiene team and uphold the highest standards in a fast-paced packhouse environment.
Why join our client:
You'll be joining a progressive company that champions quality, collaboration, and people. This is a fantastic opportunity to take the lead, drive hygiene standards forward, and play a critical role in the success of a well-regarded operation.
About the role:
Working closely with production, technical, and quality teams, you’ll oversee all hygiene activity across the site. From team leadership and audits to chemical safety and compliance, you’ll be the go-to expert ensuring every area is safe, clean, and audit-ready.
Your hours:
Start between 3:00pm and 4:00pm - finish at 12:30am (8-9 hour shifts), full-time evenings
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and motivating the hygiene team across the facility
- Planning and executing hygiene schedules for production areas, storage, and equipment
- Ensuring compliance with BRCGS, HACCP, and retailer standards
- Conducting regular audits and resolving any hygiene issues swiftly
- Training staff in safe chemical use, cleaning techniques, and hygiene best practice
- Managing cleaning stock and equipment safely and efficiently
- Collaborating with other departments to integrate hygiene into daily operations
- Promoting a strong health and safety culture, always
What we’re looking for:
- Experience in a hygiene supervisory role, ideally in food production or packhouse settings
- Strong understanding of food hygiene regulations and standards
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a high attention to detail
- Calm under pressure, with the ability to meet tight deadlines
Desirable qualifications:
- HACCP certification or relevant food safety training
- Knowledge of COSHH
- Background in fresh produce or soft fruit environments
Pay & Perks:
Starting at £14.50 per hour, paid weekly. This will be reviewed after a 12-week probation period based on performance. You’ll be supported with training and have access to long-term career growth opportunities.
Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status
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