Gourmet – Food Quality Controller Inspector

Gourmet Chococlates and Dates Processing Industry in Abu Dhabi, UAE is looking for a Gourmet – Food Quality Controller Inspector with the following

Job Responsibilities – Gourmet Food

• Product Inspection:
  Inspect and monitor the entire gourmet dates production cycle — from sourcing and receiving raw dates and chococlates to processing, sorting, packaging, and storage — ensuring all processes comply with relevant food safety and quality standards.
• Facility Audits:
  Conduct routine audits of production and storage areas to check for cleanliness, equipment hygiene, pest control, temperature and humidity conditions, and compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Quality Verification:
  Examine incoming raw dates for defects, contamination, or inconsistencies in size, texture, ripeness, and overall appearance. Inspect final packed products to verify they meet company quality specifications and customer expectations.
• Testing and Sampling:
  Perform necessary laboratory and on-site quality tests on Gourmet raw materials, in-process batches, and finished products to verify moisture content, shelf-life, and absence of foreign matter.

• Regulatory Compliance:
  Ensure full compliance with local and international food safety regulations and standards such as HACCP, ISO 22000, and other applicable guidelines for dried fruits and gourmet dates.
• Issue Identification and Resolution:
  Identify deviations or non-conformities in food product quality or production processes. Communicate findings clearly to the production team and follow up on corrective and preventive actions.
• Record Keeping:
  Maintain detailed and up-to-date records of inspections, test results, non-conformance reports, and corrective actions, ensuring traceability and regulatory compliance.

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• Staff Training:
  Support training sessions for production and warehouse staff on food safety practices, hygiene standards, and quality control procedures specific to handling, processing, and packaging dates.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Stay informed about industry trends, quality control innovations, and best practices in the date processing sector. Contribute ideas for process improvements to enhance product quality and safety.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Agriculture, or a related field.
• Minimum 1–2 years of proven experience in food safety and quality control, preferably within the dried fruits, fresh produce, or gourmet vegan chocolate, dates industry.
• Strong knowledge of food safety management systems (HACCP, ISO 22000) and Good Hygiene Practices (GHP).
• Familiarity with the handling, processing, and storage requirements for dates and similar produce.
• Hands-on experience with inspection and laboratory testing equipment.

• High attention to detail with the ability to detect defects and implement corrective measures swiftly.
• Effective problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet production deadlines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Food safety or quality control certifications (e.g., HACCP) are a plus.

Date of Posting : July 09 2025