Food Safety Supporter

Marriott Hotels Resorts; Dubai; On-site; AED 146,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality brand in Dubai seeks a Food Safety Officer to monitor compliance with food safety standards and ensure cleanliness in food handling areas. The ideal candidate will have relevant certifications and experience in food safety regulations. This role offers a competitive salary and great benefits including training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Accommodation provided

Meals on duty

Transportation

World-class training and development

Qualifications

• Experience in food safety regulations and standards.
• Strong ability to conduct inspections and audits.
• Knowledge of Dubai Municipality standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing training and information materials.
• Conduct daily inspections for compliance with food safety standards.
• Ensure cleanliness and disinfection of all food handling areas.

Skills

Food safety compliance

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Relevant certifications in food safety

Job description

Description

START YOUR JOURNEY WITH US

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai welcomes you to the heart of the city's lively downtown district with modern luxury and award-winning service. Soaring above Sheikh Zayed Road, our bustling and dynamic 5-star hotel is one of the tallest in the world, consisting of two towers with 1608 rooms and boasts awe-inspiring views of the water and Dubai cityscape. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or a workout in the fitness center before easing tired muscles with a massage at Saray Spa. Sample the flavors of the world at our 10 restaurants and lounges, which offer Japanese, Italian, Indian, and Thai cuisine. For those planning an event in downtown Dubai, UAE, our hotel offers 80,000 square feet of adaptable space, including a striking ballroom and outdoor venues. Explore Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Opera, which are all minutes away.

LOVE WHAT YOU DO EVEN MORE

At JW Marriott, treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we treat our associates. Because we believe it takes people who genuinely love what they do to create a truly extraordinary experience.

Here at JW Marriott Marquis Dubai, we are looking for talented individuals to join our amazing family, and in return, we are able to offer you the following:

• An amazing career opportunity to not just work with us but open opportunities worldwide with our extensive portfolio of hotels.
• Learning opportunities with some of the best professionals the region has to offer.
• We aim to promote our associates within as soon as the opportunity arises, so we hope to see you progress your career in line with our training and promotion schedule.
• A competitive salary with excellent benefits, which include accommodation, meals on duty, transportation, and:
• World-class training and development, including leadership development.
• Recognition programs.
• Discounted accommodation in over 8,000 hotels all over the world.
• Discounted food and drink in all our restaurants and bars.
• Discounts for your friends and family.
• Unlimited career opportunities (internationally and locally).
• Medical and life insurance.
• Amazing support to ensure you have all the tools you require to complete your day-to-day tasks.

OUR EXPECTATIONS FROM THE ROLE:

• Assist the Director of Food Safety and Environmental Services and Food Safety manager in preparing trainings, information boards, and monthly newsletters or any other kinds of posters, etc., requested.
• To determine on daily walk-throughs non-compliances, report through the correct channels, and to check if standards set and given by Marriott Global Food Safety are followed based on the 43-point checklist.
• Ensure that Brand Standards are met on a daily basis and know them as well as the Dubai Food Code.
• As cleanliness and disinfection are crucial to be effective, the same must be checked on daily and communicated to the stewarding department.
• Conduct regular inspections of all food handling areas, bars, rooms, amenities, behavior of staff, which may be a potential food safety issue, assures compliance with sanitation standards, and discusses observations with staff concerned and/or with departmental heads/supervisors for action.
• Ensure sick food handlers, especially kitchen staff and food and beverage staff, are not preparing or handling food or serving food.
• Inspect, analyze, and identify food safety risks in purchasing, receiving, storage, and preparation of food and beverage.
• Monthly food sampling.
• Support in the data collection and recording of guest and supplier complaints.
• Conduct trial runs as and when scheduled and/or needed.
• Conduct administrative duties as and when required.
• Provide feedback to the Manager and Dir. FS and ES on all matters relating to day-to-day hygiene and food safety and long-term hygiene issues.
• Follow appropriate personal hygiene procedures to ensure food served to guests is safe for consumption, including disinfecting hands prior to handling food and wearing a hat/hairnet and proper footwear.
• Follow and ensure compliance with food safety and handling policies and procedures, such as product rotation, First In-First Out (FIFO); dating, labeling, cleaning, and organizing coolers/freezers/storage areas; and Cold Chain compliance across all food-related departments and areas.
• Check kitchen logs for food safety program compliance (e.g., A1, A2, A3, etc.).
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of company Food Safety Programs within assigned area of responsibility as well as Dubai Municipality standards.
• Follow guidelines and checklists related to PIC (Person in charge).
• Support initiatives related to food safety.
• Report any guest complaints or other issues related to food safety to the Dir. FS and ES or Food Safety manager.

Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food using relevant monitoring apparatus, this would include temperature monitoring systems, fans, drains, and doors for proper operation, and report issues or problems to facility management.

In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer, believes in hiring a diverse workforce, and sustaining an inclusive people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.