Hygiene Manager

Job Details

Location: Dronfield

Working Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30AM‑5PM

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

2 Sisters Food Group is one of the UK’s largest food manufacturers, with an annual turnover exceeding £3 billion and approximately 13,000 employees across 16 sites. We have a strong presence in poultry, chilled, and bakery food categories, including popular brands like Holland’s pies, and are committed to delivering high‑quality products to the British public and retail and food service customers, including major retailers such as Aldi, Asda, Co‑op, KFC, Lidl, Marks & Spencer, Morrison’s, Sainsbury’s, Tesco, and Waitrose.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Hygiene Manager to lead our hygiene team at our Gunstone’s Bakery site, a long‑standing and respected site known for producing premium bakery products such as bread rolls and hot cross buns for high‑profile retail partners including Marks & Spencer. As part of our continued commitment to quality and excellence, we are investing in strong leadership to help shape the future of this iconic bakery.

You will oversee hygiene operations across our 24/7 production facility, managing a team of approximately 30 individuals, including four team leaders. This is an essential role for ensuring the highest hygiene standards are met and maintained within our production environment.

• Oversee internal and external hygiene, waste management, and contractor management
• Take responsibility for pest control, budget management for subcontractors, and supervising internal hygiene shifts
• Set and implement company policies and standards for hygiene and plant operations
• Regularly audit and inspect facilities to ensure compliance with hygiene standards
• Deliver training to both hygiene and technical teams to enhance skills and compliance
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with hygiene/service contractors, chemical suppliers, and pest control vendors

We are looking for an individual with significant experience in hygiene management within the food manufacturing industry. You should be proactive, detail‑oriented, and able to thrive in a fast‑paced environment. Strong leadership skills and a clear understanding of food safety and hygiene standards are essential, alongside a collaborative approach to working with both internal and external stakeholders.

• Knowledge of BRC Standards
• Extensive experience in a management or supervisory role within the food industry, ideally in hygiene or technical positions
• Strong understanding of food safety processes and acute hygiene standards in manufacturing
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to manage a large team effectively
• Problem‑solving abilities and meticulous attention to detail

• Level 3 or 4 Award in Food Safety
• HACCP Level 3 or 4
• IOSH Managing Safely
• Experience with internal or external auditing
• COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) certification

• Refer a friend scheme
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid are free and confidential support services available 365 days a year
• Boparan Restaurant Group Discount – 50% discount for friends and family
• Cycle2
  
  Work Scheme

As one of the UK’s largest food manufacturers, we provide ample opportunities for career growth and skill development. We emphasise promoting from within, ensuring you can build a rewarding career with us.