Join the Magic
Our Mission
At Puratos, we believe in the magic of food to bring people together. As a global leader in bakery, patisserie, and chocolate ingredients, we support customers in over 70 countries with innovative, high-quality solutions.
In 2026, we’ve completed the build of our brand-new production facility in Buckingham, and now we’re ready to bring the final piece of the operation to life.
This is not a “business as usual” role. This is a unique opportunity to build and shape our Hygiene function from the ground up, creating the team, standards, and culture that will set us up for long-term success.
Your Mission
As our Hygiene Team Leader, you’ll take ownership of establishing and embedding our Hygiene function within a brand-new site.
You’ll go beyond managing daily operations, you’ll design how the function works, build and develop your team, and set the standards that others will follow.
From defining processes and supporting the training of your team, to embedding a strong food safety culture and ensuring audit readiness, you’ll play a critical role in shaping how we operate.
This is an opportunity to create something lasting, where your impact will be visible from day one.
What you will do
Using your passion for quality and collaboration, you will:
Build and Lead Your Team: Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing Hygiene team, setting clear expectations and a strong team culture from the outset.
Design and Embed Standards: Working closely with our Site Trainer and Quality Team, you will establish cleaning procedures, SOPs, and hygiene systems that are practical, robust, and audit-ready.
Set the Foundation for Succes: Implement effective schedules, processes, and ways of working that will support long-term operational excellence.
Champion Food Safety Culture: Bring hygiene and allergen control to life through engaging training and coaching, ensuring understanding, not just compliance.
Collaborate Across the Site: Work closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, and R&D as part of building a fully integrated operation.
Lead with Accountability: As the senior presence on night shift, take ownership for decision-making, communication, and site escalation where needed.
What we expect from you
At Puratos, we believe in more than just skills, we value the mindset and behaviours that drive success. Here’s what we expect from you:
Customer Focus: You’re curious about what people need, whether they’re colleagues or customers, and you act with care and efficiency to make their lives easier. You champion a customer-first mindset in everything you do.
Team Collaboration: You work with others in a spirit of trust and respect. You’re open to new ideas, build strong relationships, and aim for shared success, because we’re better together.
Clear Communication - You tailor your message to your audience, whether it’s face-to-face, in writing, or on the shop floor. You make sure everyone’s on the same page.
Continuous Improvement - You take pride in high standards and are always looking for ways to do things better. You embrace feedback, adapt to change, and never stop learning.
Performance Driven - You’re ambitious, accountable, and resilient. You plan smart, use resources wisely, and stay focused, even when things don’t go to plan.
What you can expect from Puratos
We are a warm family company with a historical growth track record and a clear long-term vision for the future. We promote a caring, trustful and respecting work environment by putting people first.
We at Puratos cultivate an inclusive global workplace, that fully embraces diversity and equal opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.
The benefits with this role include.
Competitive Salary – Reviewed annually to ensure we stay ahead of the market.
Annual Bonus Scheme – 5% standard, with stretch potential up to 10%.
Generous Pension Plan – Up to 7.5% employer contributions to support your future.
Private Medical Insurance – BUPA single cover fully paid, with options to add family members.
Up to 5 Weeks Annual Leave – Plus the flexibility to buy or sell additional days.
Enhanced Company Sick Pay – Because your health matters.
Learning & Development – Structured programs with a target of 5 learning days per year.
Wellbeing Matters – Access to our ‘Calling for Caring’ wellbeing initiatives.
Life Assurance – 2x your salary plus a 20% spouse pension.
Income Protection – Financial support when you need it most.
Loyal Service Awards – Celebrating your milestones with us.
Employee Assistance Program – Confidential support for life’s challenges.
Refer a Friend Scheme – Earn £500 for successful referrals.
High Street Discounts – Save with Perkbox perks.
Monthly ‘Magic Star’ Awards – Win £50 in vouchers for going above and beyond.
Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and stay healthy
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re excited about helping others grow and want to be part of something magical, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape the future at Puratos.
Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Pay: £41,250.00 per year
Work Location: In person
