Food Safety Officer 

Job Details

Category:

Quality Assurance

Career Level:

Manager (Manager/Supervisor)

Experience:

2 Years

Required Qualification:

Bachelors

Requires Traveling:

No

Salary:

Salary Not disclosed

Salary Type:

Per Month

Total Vacancies:

1

Skills

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Description

As a Food Safety Officer, you will be responsible for overseeing and enforcing food safety and hygiene standards across various food establishments. Your role involves conducting inspections, ensuring compliance with regulations, investigating complaints, and educating stakeholders on best practices to maintain food safety and public health.

• Conduct regular inspections of food establishments (e.g., restaurants, hotels, catering facilities, food processing plants) to assess compliance with local, state, and federal food safety regulations.
• Evaluate food handling practices, sanitation procedures, storage conditions, and pest control measures.
• Identify and document violations of food safety standards and recommend corrective actions to ensure compliance.

• Enforce food safety laws and regulations by issuing warnings, citations, fines, or closures to non-compliant establishments.
• Monitor adherence to permits, licenses, and certifications related to food handling and safety.
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies and legal authorities as needed for enforcement actions

• Investigate complaints and reports of foodborne illnesses or contamination incidents.
• Conduct thorough inspections and gather evidence to determine the source of issues.
• Implement measures to mitigate risks, prevent recurrence, and protect public health.

• Provide guidance, training, and workshops to food handlers, managers, and staff on proper food safety practices, hygiene standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Raise awareness among stakeholders about food safety risks and best practices through educational campaigns and materials.

• Collect food samples for laboratory analysis to verify compliance with microbiological, chemical, and physical quality standards.
• Interpret test results and take appropriate actions based on findings to ensure food safety and quality.

• Maintain accurate records of inspections, investigations, violations, and enforcement actions.
• Prepare detailed reports and documentation for regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and internal use.
• Compile statistical data and trends to assess compliance levels and identify areas for improvement.

• Collaborate with internal teams, government agencies, health departments, and industry stakeholders to promote food safety initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with food establishment owners, managers, and employees regarding compliance issues, corrective actions, and regulatory updates.

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Safety, Environmental Health, Public Health, or a related field.
• Certification in food safety (e.g., Certified Professional Food Manager, HACCP) is advantageous.
• 2 years of UAE experience as Food safety officer.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal food safety regulations and standards.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to make decisions under pressure.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Experience in food inspection, regulatory compliance, public health, or a related field is preferred.

• The role may require frequent travel within the designated area or region.
• Flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends to accommodate inspection schedules and emergencies.
• Physical ability to conduct inspections in various food production and processing environments.