Environmental Health Technical Officer for Lancaster City Council
Working across all areas of protection including
Food Safety, Housing, Environment, Health & Safety and Port Health.
MSc Environmental Health (CIEH Accredited)
Student and Course Rep at Leeds Beckett University
CIEH Affiliate Member – ID 377650
References available on request.
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Previous work experience
2019-2022
Long Churn Ltd – Owner, Farmer, CheesemakerEstablished our own micro-dairy and cheesemaking business. We use raw milk and therefore need to adhere to the highest production and hygiene standards, and have developed a robust HACCP.
2016-2022
The Courtyard Dairy, Settle – Cheesemonger
Specialist cheesemonger for an award winning retailer focussed on small-scale sustainable cheese. This role included oversight of HACCP and providing education to staff on pathogens.
2015-2016
Citizens Advice Bureau, Skipton – Generalist Adviser
Experience within with both the public and businesses providing advice and helping resolve legal issues
Independent Monitoring Boards– Information Officer
Reporting on prison conditions to the Ministry of Justice
The Listers Arms, Ilkley
2013-2015
The Black Horse Inn, SkiptonLambay Island, Ireland
WWOOF Volunteer on a traditional and organic farm
2009-2010
Medici’s Italian Restaurant, North Ferriby, Hull
Pre-2009
The Livery Rooms, Keighley
Informal Labourer & Joiner for a number of small firms
Rendezvous Hotel, Skipton
Reflections Wine Bar, Silsden
India The Restaurant, Ilkley – Barman/Waiter
Education and skills
Education
LLB Law (ELS)
University of Hull
2009-2013
Level 3 HACCP for Managers & Supervisors
Virtual College
Professional Cheesemaking
School of Artisan Food
Law (B), Politics (B), English (B)
Craven College, Skipton
2007-2009
Skills
Strong research, self study and communication skills
Understanding of legal frameworks and their practical application
Competent IT skills
Understanding of HACCP and Food Safety Management
Full & Clean UK Driving License
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