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Job Title


Food Safety Specialist


Company : Yarzin Sella High-End Food Services


Location : City of London, London


Created : 2026-01-12


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Our companyYarzin Sella is an international company specialising in high-end corporate catering. We provide our clients, particularly start-ups and tech companies, with exceptional food programs at every moment of the day, from breakfast to afterwork.Our approach aligns with each company’s unique DNA, ensuring the food program enhances the organization’s identity. Through a 360-degree culinary experience, we create the perfect environment for employees to bond, collaborate, and innovate.Your missionTo support our growing presence in the Western Europe, we are recruiting a Food Safety Specialist in the UK to reinforce our regional Food Safety and Safety structure.As a Food Safety Specialist at Yarzin Sella, you will support our operations by ensuring compliance with NVWA and Warenret requirements, and HACCP implementation; as well as safe working environment aligned with health 'safety standards.You will work closely with Operational teams, the Regional Food Safety Manager and the Food Safety Director, ensuring consistent implementation of standards across all sites and providing regular, structured reporting to support proactive decision-making.Key responsibilitiesFood Safety ComplianceEnsure compliance with NVWA, HACCP and Warenwet requirementsConduct routine food safety audits and inspections at assigned locationsVerify hygiene practices, allergen management, temperature control, traceability and sanitation, and follow-up on corrective actionsSupport site managers and culinary teams in applying best practicesAssist with new site openings and the implementation of food safety protocolsStay updated on regulatory and industry requirements.Workplace SafetyMonitor implementation of health 'safety proceduresConduct basic workplace safety checks (equipment, storage, PPE, etc.)Support incident reporting and follow-upIdentify unsafe behaviors/conditions and support corrective actions.Training & EducationDeliver food safety training to culinary and front-of-house teamsSupport onboarding on hygiene, allergen, equipment and safety routines.Incident Response & ReportingAssist in investigating food safety and safety incidentsProvide regular, structured and proactive reporting to the Food Safety Manager and Food Safety DirectorTrack key KPIs and highlight trends or risks requiring attentionEscalate critical issues promptlyYour profileYou are the Food Safety Specialist we’re looking for it you tick these boxes2+ years of experience in food safety, food technology, hospitality or catering QAKnowledge of NVWA, HACCP, allergen rules and Warenwet obligationsSensitivity to workplace safetyExperience in multi-site environmentsAbility to coach teams and collaborate with chefs and managersComfortable with digital tools for audits and documentationAutonomous, adaptable and proactiveStrong communication skills in English (additional EU language is a plus).Hiring Process First call/visio with the HR ManagerSecond interview with the Food Safety Manager & the Food Safety DirectorLast discussion with the Regional DirectorPotentially: References & Background check