Safety Manager

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.

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday | 9:00am – 5:30pm | Field-based role with regular UK travel required

Job ID: 7382

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.

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.

At Elior, we believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to thrive . That's why we offer a benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, finances and life outside of work.

Free lunches provided

Flexible and part-time working opportunities

Company car or car allowance

Private Healthcare

33 days holiday, with the option to buy up to an additional 10 days per year

Rewarding bonus package up to 15%

Enhanced family, personal and compassionate leave policies

Paid volunteering days

Training, development and career progression opportunities

Pension scheme, life assurance and financial wellbeing support

Salary Advance, giving you access to a portion of your pay before payday

A supportive, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive

Plus access to Elior Spark, our enhanced wellbeing platform, offering support for you and your immediate family, including:

24/7 virtual GP appointments

Mental health support, counselling and therapy sessions

Physiotherapy services and second medical opinions

Online gym and workout programmes

Legal and financial advice

Nutrition, fitness and lifestyle guidance

Meditation and mindfulness resources

Dedicated wellbeing helplines and expert support whenever you need it

At Elior, over 10,000 colleagues come together every day with one purpose: to enrich lives everywhere, every day.

We're proud that 87% of our colleagues are proud to work here — and we think that's because people are given the support, trust and opportunities they need to thrive.

Don't tick every box? Don't rule yourself out. We're looking for people with potential, passion and the right attitude, not just a checklist of experience.

We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know.