Job Title: Food Safety and Hygiene Officer
Place of Work: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Monthly Salary: SAR 3,500++ OR SAR 5,000 (Full package / All in)
++ Free shared accommodation and transportation, plus duty meal
Company Profile: We are a multi-award-winning, high-end cafe renowned for its exceptional coffee, exquisite pastries, and unparalleled service. We are dedicated to providing our discerning clientele with a truly luxurious and memorable cafe experience. Our commitment to quality and innovation has earned us numerous accolades and a loyal following.
Job Summary: The Food Safety and Hygiene Officer is responsible for ensuring that all food safety and hygiene standards are met within our restaurant operations. This includes implementing and maintaining HACCP level 3 standards, conducting regular inspections and audits, and providing training and support to staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of food safety regulations and best practices, as well as experience in the restaurant or hotel industry.
Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular inspections of all food handling areas to ensure compliance with HACCP standards and other relevant regulations.
• Audit food safety records to verify that all procedures are being followed correctly.
• Identify and address any non-compliance issues promptly.
• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive HACCP plan that meets Level 3 standards.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
• Monitor critical control points (CCPs) to ensure that food safety risks are controlled at all stages of the food handling process.
• Update the HACCP plan as needed to reflect changes in regulations, processes, or ingredients.
• Provide training to staff on food safety and hygiene procedures, including proper food handling, storage, and sanitation techniques.
• Develop and maintain training materials and resources.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to staff to ensure that they understand and follow all food safety procedures.
• Investigate foodborne illness complaints and take appropriate corrective action.
• Keep up to date with the latest food safety regulations and best practices.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure a safe and hygienic work environment.

Requirements:

• Willing to be deployed to our new branch in Riyadh, Saudi Arabi by Q4 2024
• Can speak English well, and Arabic (preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in food safety and hygiene in a restaurant or hotel setting.
• HACCP Level 3 certification required.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds / 20 kilograms

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: ﷼3,500.00 - ﷼5,000.00 per month
Application Question(s):

• In which country are you currently located?
• Which country are you from? (Nationality)
• What is your age right now?
• Kindly leave your email address: _______
• Have you read and confirm the job description and or the salary details for this role?
• Did you work in Food and Beverage / Hospitality industry before? Yes or No? If Yes, in which country and what was the name of that company?
• Do you speak and understand conversational Arabic? Yes or No?
• How many years of Hygiene Officer experience in GCC do you have?
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