Elior – A Workplace That Works for You
Are you passionate about creating safer workplaces and driving a positive safety culture? We’re looking for an experienced Safety Manager to join our Safety & Wellbeing team and play a key role in championing food safety and health & safety across Elior UK.
This is an exciting opportunity for a safety professional who enjoys influencing others, building strong relationships and making a real impact. You’ll work closely with teams across the business to support the delivery of our safety strategy, ensuring colleagues have the knowledge, tools and support to maintain high standards.
Please note: This is a field-based role supporting sites across the UK. The role requires regular travel, typically around three days per week, although this may vary depending on business needs. Some weeks may involve additional travel, while others may allow more time working from home. A full UK driving licence is required.
What you’ll be doing...
- Champion safety as a core value, promoting a positive and proactive safety culture across Elior UK.
- Support the delivery and continuous improvement of food safety and health & safety programmes.
- Provide expert guidance, coaching and support to operational teams and stakeholders at all levels.
- Carry out audits, investigations and reviews, identifying improvements and sharing best practice.
- Support incident reporting and ensure key learnings are embedded across the business.
- Deliver engaging food safety and health & safety training to colleagues.
- Build strong relationships across the business to influence behaviours and drive improved safety performance.
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday | 9:00am – 5:30pm | Field-based role with regular UK travel required
Job ID: 7382
What can you bring?
- Proven experience in food safety and/or health & safety management, ideally within hospitality, foodservice or a similar high-risk environment.
- Strong knowledge of food safety standards, legislation, HACCP and health & safety management systems.
- Experience influencing, coaching and engaging stakeholders at all levels.
- Experience conducting audits, investigations and delivering safety training.
- Excellent communication skills with the confidence to challenge and drive continuous improvement.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
- Relevant qualifications including Health & Safety and Level 4 Food Safety (or equivalent).
- Experience within Education or Healthcare would be advantageous.
Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!
At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:
- Free, tasty meals – Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
- Flexible working – including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
- Plenty of Time to Unwind – generous holiday allowance of 33 days, with the option to buy more.
- Leave for life’s important moments – whether family, personal or unexpected.
- Give back time – paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
- Room to grow – career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
- Wellbeing first – mental health support and wellbeing perks.
- Financial security – pension schemes and life assurance.
- Drive in Style – Enjoy a company car or car allowance
- 15% Annual Bonus - Earn up to 15% of your salary through our annual bonus scheme.
One small thing— we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with! No need for legal names at this stage.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? To enrich lives everywhere, every day.
And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.
Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you’re passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!
We Celebrate You!
At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.
Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!
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