Assistant Manager, Health & Safety

Job Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and the continual improvement of the ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management system.
• Maintain and update all relevant reporting, ensuring alignment with company guidelines, trends, stakeholder input & concerns and corporate strategy & directions.
• Stay up to date of emerging trends and best practices within the industry 
• Identify key areas of risk in various food operations and recommend early remedial actions.
• Identify cross-contamination areas in food preparation and correct them immediately

• Ensure compliance with the regulations, licensing conditions, international codes of practice and ISO 22000 certification, relating to food receiving, storing, preparation and serving
• Handle complaints or enquiries from customers on food hygiene matters
• Conduct daily checks on the personal, environmental and food hygiene conditions of the food establishment and maintain records on the findings
• Responsible for implementing, maintaining and documenting Critical Control Points, Operational Pre-Requisite Programmes and Pre-Requisite Programmes and ensuring that employees have adequate training to carry out CCP, OPRP, PRP work, and reviewing CCP, OPRP, PRP logs to identify deviations (Non-conformances) and potential hazards.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure adherence to safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Train and mentor food handlers promoting a robust culture of food safety and quality excellence.
• Liaise with external regulatory bodies, external service providers and customers regarding food safety related matters.

Person Specifications

Eligibility requirements

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Food Science, Microbiology or Biological Sciences from a recognized University.
• Certifications related to Food Safety is essential (Lead Auditor in ISO 22000:2018, Internal Auditor in ISO 22000;2018 etc.)
• A minimum of 2-4 years of relevant experience, preferably in a ISO certified star class hotel.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations, principles, practices, and trends relevant to Hospitality Industry
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with the capability to effectively manage and lead a diverse team.
• Excellent skills in both verbal and written communication.
• Proficiency in computer literacy.