Schools & Universities - Safety Manager

We are looking for an experienced Health & Safety Manager to help us deliver this ambition. This is a highly influential, role where you will work in partnership with operational teams to drive a strong, proactive safety culture, with a particular focus on food safety excellence. About the Role As a subject matter expert in food safety, you will lead the development and implementation of engaging, forward-thinking safety initiatives across our Schools & Universities portfolio. You will:

• Lead food safety strategy, with a focus on allergen management, compliance, and due diligence
• Take ownership of food safety incident management, ensuring robust investigation, reporting, and learning
• Support operational teams to meet and exceed legislative and internal safety standards
• Drive engagement and continuous improvement through training, communication, and collaboration
• Analyse safety data and trends to identify risk and inform proactive interventions
• Build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including external partners
• Undertake regular travel to sites, providing hands-on support, guidance, and assurance
This role offers the opportunity to influence at scale and contribute to a culture where safety is embedded in everything we do.

We are seeking a credible and collaborative professional who can engage and influence across a diverse organisation. You will bring:
• Level 4 Food Safety qualification (essential)
• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent)
• Experience in food safety within catering, hospitality, or contract services environments
• Strong knowledge of UK food safety legislation and compliance frameworks
• Experience of incident investigation and driving corrective actions
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong analytical and IT capability, including Excel
You must be comfortable with some travel and working across multiple locations, often responding to operational priorities., If you are an experienced Health & Safety professional with strong food safety expertise and are motivated to make a positive difference, we would like to hear from you.

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone and build a better life for all. Within our Schools & Universities segment, this means creating safe, high-quality environments where students and communities can thrive., Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you, acts with purpose, and supports your development.

Salary: Up to £50,000 DOE + £1,300 Flexible Benefits + Company Car/Allowance + 5% Bonus,
• Competitive salary and performance-related bonus
• Company car or car allowance
• Flexible benefits package
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• A collaborative and values-driven working environment
Inclusion at Sodexo At Sodexo, we are committed to being an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, and we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We believe that diverse perspectives drive better decisions, stronger performance, and more innovative solutions. We actively support inclusion through our policies, employee networks, and ongoing commitment to equity and fairness.