Assistant Food & Safety Manager

Palazzo Versace Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

Palazzo Versace Dubai is seeking a seasoned HACCP Auditor to lead the stewarding team's food safety program in a 5-star luxury hotel environment. You will implement HACCP policies, oversee audits, and train staff to uphold Dubai Municipality regulations and local food-safety laws.

Fluent English communication, meticulous attention to detail, and a proven track record in luxury hospitality hygiene are essential to maintain the highest standards across kitchens, prep areas, and storage facilities.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of HACCP administration and food safety compliance.
• Minimum 5 years in a 5-star luxury hotel with luxury service standards.
• Certified HACCP Auditor with expertise in local regulations and Dubai Municipality rules.
• Food safety certification and advanced HACCP credentials with staff training experience.
• Fluent in written and spoken English with excellent communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong hygiene and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise stewarding to ensure highest sanitation in kitchens and prep areas.
• Oversee HACCP policies with audits and staff training.
• Coordinate HACCP audits and third-party visits including inspections.
• Develop and improve food safety procedures and staff training.
• Monitor hygiene standards in food prep, dishwashing, and storage areas.
• Assist in accident reports and ensure health and safety compliance.
• Handle guest complaints related to food safety and report unresolved issues.
• Maintain high personal hygiene and service standards across the team.

Skills

HACCP expertise

Auditing

Food safety

Staff training

English fluency

Attention to detail

Education

Certified HACCP Auditor

Advanced HACCP certification

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise the stewarding department to ensure all kitchen areas, equipment, and food preparation areas are cleaned and maintained to the highest sanitation and hygiene standards.
• Implement and oversee all HACCP policies within the hotel to ensure compliance with local legislation and international standards, including regular audits and training for all team members.
• Manage and coordinate HACCP audits and third-party visits, including inspections from authorities, ensuring all activities comply with local and hotel-specific standards.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve food safety procedures, including the training of staff on food safety, hazard identification, and near-miss reporting.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with cleaning and hygiene standards in food establishments, including regular checks of food preparation areas, dishwashing areas, and storage spaces.
• Assist in preparing accident reports in accordance with prescribed standards and ensure that health and safety regulations are strictly followed by all team members.
• Handle guest complaints and resolve issues related to food safety promptly, reporting unresolved incidents to the management.
• Maintain a high standard of personal hygiene and grooming within the team and ensure all department members demonstrate the required service standards.

Candidate Profile:

• 5-8 years’ experience in administering HACCP and ensuring food safety compliance.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a 5-star luxury hotel with knowledge of luxury service standards.
• Certified HACCP Auditor with expertise in local food safety legislation and Dubai Municipality regulations.
• Food Safety Certification and advanced HACCP certification, with experience in staff training.
• Fluent in written and spoken English, with excellent communication skills.
• Attention to detail and quality-focused, with strong commitment to hygiene and safety standards.