Hygiene Officer_FNB

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