80 Cat D and C Food Safety Inspections

South East England Contract £55 - £65 Per Hour + Paid On A Per Inspection Basis + Outside-IR35

Contract: Temporary, Project-Based (until March 2026)
Rate: £55 per inspection (Category D) | £65 per inspection (Category C)
Location: Kent (onsite inspections - flexible scheduling)
Hours: Flexible, part-time or full-time options available
Closing Date: 11th November 2025

A Kent-based Local Authority is seeking an experienced and self-motivated Environmental Health Officer / Food Safety Officer to undertake approximately 80 Category C and D Food Hygiene Inspections by the end of March 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a fully competent Food Safety professional looking for flexible, project-based work - ideal for someone managing their own workload and looking to take ownership of a defined inspection programme.

The Role

You'll be responsible for delivering a full programme of Food Hygiene inspections in accordance with the Food Law Code of Practice, ensuring local food businesses are compliant with statutory food safety requirements.
You'll plan and complete inspections to agreed timescales, with flexibility around working patterns to fit your schedule.

Key Responsibilities

Undertake approximately 80 Category C and D Food Hygiene inspections.
Complete inspection reports and risk ratings in line with the Food Law Code of Practice.
Provide clear advice and guidance to food business operators.
Submit all completed inspection records and supporting evidence to the Council in an agreed format.
Maintain high professional and reporting standards throughout the project.

Essential Requirements

Environmental Health Degree or Diploma, with EHRB / CIEH registration (or equivalent).
Food Competency Certificate in accordance with the Food Law Code of Practice.
Proven experience delivering Food Hygiene inspections for Local Authorities.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently.

Desirable

Experience using local authority inspection systems (e.g. Tascomi, Civica, IDOX).
Recent inspection experience within the last 2 years.

Interested?

To apply or find out more, please contact Jacques at Park Avenue Recruitment on 0203 795 4835 or email jacques@park-avenue.co.uk

Please note: Not all roles are advertised. I work with Local Authorities across the South East and wider UK, recruiting for interim positions in Environmental Health, Food Safety, and Licensing. Get in touch to discuss opportunities suited to your experience.