Assistant OSH Manager

Marriott Hotels Resorts; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Abu Dhabi is seeking a skilled manager to supervise food operations, ensuring compliance with hygiene and safety standards. The position requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Health or Culinary, alongside 3 to 4 years of relevant experience. Candidates should have certifications in Health & Safety and Advanced Food Hygiene Training. Responsibilities include advising on food handling practices and training new hires. This role offers the opportunity to work in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• 3 to 4 years of related work experience in food operations.
• Level 3 Health & Safety or equivalent certification.
• Valid First Aid certification including CPR.
• Advanced Food Hygiene Training Certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate operations to ensure compliance with hygiene and food safety standards.
• Advising on proper food handling practices and providing food hygiene training.
• Address guests' service needs and develop positive working relationships.

Skills

Food safety compliance

Team management

Culinary expertise

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Health or Culinary

Tools

ISO 45001:2018 auditing tools

Job description

Position Summary

Supervise and coordinate operations to ensure compliance with hygiene and food safety standards. Advises on proper food handling practices and provides food hygiene training for all new hires and trainees. Identifies key areas of risk in various food operations and takes preemptive remedial action. Provides technical advice on product labeling issues to fulfill government requirements. Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, motivating, and coaching employees.

Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures: report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Address guests' service needs. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support the team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.

Stand, sit or walk for an extended period of time. Reach overhead and below the knees including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move, lift, carry, push, pull and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Preferred Qualification

• Education: Bachelors/masters degree from an accredited university or college in Environmental Health or Culinary.
• Related work experience: 3 to 4 years of related work experience.
• Level 3 Health & Safety or equivalent.
• Abu Dhabi Occupational Health & Safety Practitioners Course (ADVETI).
• ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor.
• IOSH Technical/Associate level membership or an international equivalent.
• Valid First Aid certification (8 hours including CPR).
• Advanced Food Hygiene Training Certification / Level 4 HACCP Certification.

At Marriott International we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and the greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non‑discrimination on any protected basis including disability, veteran status or other basis protected by applicable law.

Required Experience

Manager