Job Description

Job Title:

Hygiene Officer - Food & Beverage

Department:

Food Safety & Hygiene

Job Purpose:

To ensure all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards are implemented and maintained across all F&B operations in compliance with local regulations and company policies. The Hygiene Officer oversees daily hygiene practices, conducts inspections, provides training, and ensures a safe and hygienic environment for food production and service.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor and enforce compliance with food safety standards (HACCP, ISO, local municipality requirements). Conduct regular inspections of kitchen areas, storage rooms, receiving areas, and service points. Ensure all staff adhere to proper personal hygiene and food handling practices. Maintain and update all hygiene-related documentation, checklists, logs, and reports. Prepare inspection reports and corrective action plans. Ensure proper documentation for temperature logs, cleaning schedules, pest control, and waste management. Conduct hygiene and food safety training for all F&B staff. Provide guidance on best practices in sanitation, cross-contamination prevention, and personal hygiene. Assist in onboarding new employees with hygiene orientation. Verify the effectiveness of cleaning processes and chemical usage. Ensure the availability and correct use of cleaning materials and PPE. Monitor dishwashing, waste disposal, and deep-cleaning schedules. Coordinate with pest control service providers. Ensure proper monitoring, documentation, and follow-up of pest control activities. Assist in internal and external audits. Implement corrective actions and preventive measures identified during audits. Monitor staff health cards and ensure timely renewals. Report any incidents related to hygiene or food safety to management immediately.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Nutrition, or related field (preferred). Certification in HACCP / Food Safety Level 3 or above (mandatory). Minimum 2-3 years' experience in F&B hygiene or food safety. Strong knowledge of local food safety regulations. Excellent communication, training, and reporting skills. Attention to detail and strong observation skills.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Application Question(s):

Are you available to join immediately or any notice period? * Current and expected salary