Food Inspector salary

Salary and Work for Food Inspector

As a food inspector, you have an important role in the environmental and health protection sector. You are responsible for ensuring that food produced, distributed, and sold complies with applicable laws and regulations. The work involves regular inspections of food establishments and preparing reports and decisions based on inspection results.

Salary for Food Inspectors

The average salary for a food inspector is 39 900 SEK per month. Men in the profession earn an average of 40 600 SEK, while women earn 39 600 SEK. This means that women earn 98% of what men do in this profession. Compared to last year, the average salary has increased from 38 000 SEK to 39 900 SEK.

Education and Requirements

To work as a food inspector, a college or university education in environmental and health protection, food technology, or similar fields is usually required. Many employers also view practical experience in the food industry or related areas positively. It is also advantageous to be knowledgeable about current legislation and regulations.

Job Requirements

According to the Swedish Public Employment Service's forecasts, the opportunities for work as an environmental and health protection inspector, which includes food inspectors, are moderate. Over a five-year period, demand is expected to remain unchanged, and the recruitment situation is assessed to be balanced.

Job Responsibilities

As a food inspector, you will be responsible for:

• Conducting inspections of food establishments
• Preparing reports and decisions based on inspection results
• Providing advice and information to companies about current laws and regulations
• Collaborating with other authorities and stakeholders in the food sector

The work can be both field-based and administrative, requiring you to be flexible and able to handle a variety of tasks.

Benefits

Benefits may vary depending on the employer but can include paid training, a company phone, and other benefits that contribute to a better work environment and personal development.

Considerations

If you wish to work as a food inspector, it is important that you have a genuine interest in food safety and health. You should be meticulous, have good communication skills, and be able to work independently. An analytical approach and the ability to make decisions based on legislation and inspection results are also important qualities.