Hygiene Officer_Dubai

Leading International Hotel Chain is hiring a Hygiene Officer in Dubai, UAE with the following :

Responsibilities

• Ensure strict adherence to local health and hygiene regulations set by Dubai Municipality and other relevant authorities. Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive hygiene policies and procedures throughout the hotel premises.
• Inspections and Audits: Conduct regular inspections of all hotel areas, including guest rooms, dining facilities, kitchens, public spaces, and back-of-house areas, to ensure compliance with hygiene standards. Perform internal audits and collaborate with external auditors for assessments.
• Staff Training: Provide comprehensive training sessions to hotel staff on hygiene practices, sanitation methods, food handling, and personal cleanliness to ensure a hygienic environment and safe practices in their respective roles.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of hygiene-related activities, including inspection reports, training sessions, incident reports, and corrective actions taken. Prepare and submit necessary documentation to regulatory authorities as required.
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Identify potential hygiene risks and hazards within the hotel premises. Develop and implement strategies to mitigate these risks effectively, ensuring the safety and well-being of guests and staff.

• Supplier Collaboration: Liaise with suppliers to ensure that all incoming goods, including food, cleaning supplies, and other materials, meet the required hygiene standards and specifications.
• Emergency Preparedness: Develop and implement protocols for handling hygiene-related emergencies, such as outbreaks or contamination incidents, and take immediate and appropriate actions to address them.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with the latest industry standards, best practices, and emerging trends in hygiene management. Recommend and implement improvements to existing processes for enhanced hygiene practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Hospitality Management, Environmental Health, or a related field. Relevant certifications or training in food safety and hygiene management are highly desirable.
• Proven work experience (X years) as a Hygiene Officer or a similar role within the hospitality industry, preferably within hotels in Dubai, with a solid understanding of local hygiene regulations.
• In-depth knowledge of hygiene standards, food safety protocols, sanitation practices, HACCP principles, and relevant hotel industry standards.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively train and educate staff at all levels on hygiene best practices.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to conduct thorough inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and experience in maintaining accurate hygiene-related documentation.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team, demonstrating leadership skills when necessary.