- Address
- 87–135 Brompton Road, London SW1X 7XL View map
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Culinary & Food Production
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
About Harrods
Established in 1849, Harrods is one of the world’s most celebrated luxury department stores, distinguished by its Knightsbridge address, exceptional product selection and tradition of attentive service. As an employer, it brings together expertise across fashion, beauty, fine jewellery, food, hospitality, buying, digital commerce and corporate functions. Its environment combines British retail heritage with the evolving expectations of an international clientele, placing particular importance on product knowledge, discretion and operational precision. For professionals drawn to luxury retail, Harrods offers the opportunity to contribute to a globally recognised institution where commercial expertise and thoughtful customer service shape the experience of the brand.
Harrods is hiring a Food Safety Technologist to safeguard food safety, quality, legality and compliance across its restaurants, kitchens and food halls. The role includes monitoring standards, hygiene analysis, training and operational decision-making, on a permanent 4-on, 4-off night shift from 6:00pm to 6:00am.
Role & Responsibilities
- Monitor food safety and operational standards across restaurants, kitchens and food halls, providing guidance and support to operational teams.
- Review hygiene standards, conduct post-cleaning swabbing and analyse results to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
- Act as the key decision-maker on food safety matters outside core business hours, ensuring issues are resolved promptly and effectively.
- Collaborate with engineering, hygiene, pest control and operational teams to maintain food safety controls following planned and reactive works.
- Deliver food safety training, toolbox talks, reporting and governance activities, while promoting a strong food safety culture throughout the organisation.
Qualifications
- Food Safety Level 3 qualification.
- Previous experience in a Food Technologist role within hospitality, food production or manufacturing environments.
- Strong knowledge of HACCP principles and Food Safety Management Systems.
- Experience investigating non-conformances and conducting root cause analysis.
Skills
Education
Food Safety Level 3 qualification.
Workplace
This position is based in London, England, UK.
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Benefits
A friendly working environment, abundant opportunities and support to build a career across the business's specialisms.
Culture
Harrods’ workplace culture is shaped by its heritage as an iconic British luxury retailer, with a strong emphasis on exceptional service, product expertise and meticulous attention to detail. Its dynamic, international environment brings together teams across retail, dining and specialist services, where collaboration and discretion are central to delivering a distinctive customer experience.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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