Job Description: Food Safety Officer

Company Name: Mandi Man LLC

Location: UAE

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: 3000 AED per month

Job Function: Health and Safety

Industry: Restaurant

Experience: 2 - 3 years

Education: Bachelor's

Duties & Responsibilities:

As a Food Safety Officer at Mandi Man LLC, you will play a critical role in ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are maintained across various food establishments. Your responsibilities will include conducting inspections, enforcing compliance with regulations, investigating complaints, and educating stakeholders on best practices to uphold food safety and public health.

Key Responsibilities:

Inspection and Compliance:

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 violations of food safety standards and recommend corrective actions.

Enforcement of Regulations:

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.

Investigation and Resolution:

Investigate complaints and reports of foodborne illnesses or contamination incidents.

Gather evidence and determine the source of issues.

Implement measures to mitigate risks and protect public health.

Education and Training:

Provide guidance, training, and workshops to food handlers, managers, and staff on food safety practices, hygiene standards, and regulatory requirements.

Raise awareness about food safety risks through educational campaigns.

Sampling and Testing:

Collect food samples for laboratory analysis to verify compliance with quality standards.

Interpret test results and take appropriate actions based on findings.

Documentation and Reporting:

Maintain accurate records of inspections, violations, and enforcement actions.

Prepare detailed reports for regulatory agencies and stakeholders.

Analyze data to assess compliance levels and identify areas for improvement.

Collaboration and Communication:

Collaborate with internal teams, government agencies, health departments, and industry stakeholders to promote food safety initiatives.

Communicate effectively with food establishment owners and employees regarding compliance issues and corrective actions.

Qualifications:

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.

Minimum 2 years of experience as a Food Safety Officer in the UAE.

Knowledge of local, state, and federal food safety regulations.

Strong analytical, decision-making, and organizational skills.

Excellent communication skills in Arabic and English.

Working Conditions:

May require frequent travel within the designated area.

Flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends.

Physical ability to conduct inspections in various food production environments.

Additional Information:.

How to Apply:

If you meet the above requirements and are interested in joining our team, please send your resume to hr@mandiman.com.

This job description outlines the responsibilities and requirements for the Food Safety Officer position at Mandi Man LLC in the UAE. To apply, please submit your resume to the provided email address.