Hygiene & Stewarding Manager

Minor International; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Dubai is seeking a Hygiene Manager to oversee compliance with health regulations and manage stewarding operations. This role includes implementing HACCP guidelines, conducting hygiene audits, and training staff on food safety. Candidates should have a relevant degree and significant experience in hygiene management and leadership. This full-time position requires strong organizational skills and a proactive mindset, ensuring high standards are maintained across all kitchens.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in stewarding and hygiene, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Experience in conducting hygiene audits and training team members on food safety protocols.
• Certified in HACCP and relevant food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor HACCP guidelines and ensure compliance with local health regulations.
• Conduct regular hygiene audits and train staff on hygiene standards.
• Oversee all stewarding areas and manage cleaning routines.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of HACCP principles

Strong leadership and communication skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented mindset

Proactive approach

Education

Degree or diploma in Hospitality Management or related field

Job description

The job responsibilities for this position include:

Hygiene Management & Compliance

• Implement and monitor HACCP guidelines and ensure full compliance with local health regulations
• Conduct regular hygiene audits across the kitchen storage and back-of-house areas
• Train all culinary and stewarding staff on hygiene standards and food safety procedures
• Lead external inspections and coordinate corrective actions as needed
• Maintain up-to-date records of sanitation logs temperature checks and pest control activities
• Implement and enforce safety protocols on the stewarding side Fire & Chemical related.

Stewarding Operations

• Oversee all stewarding areas including dishwashing pot washing and kitchen cleaning schedules
• Ensure cleaning routines and sanitation standards are consistently maintained across all kitchens
• Monitor the maintenance and performance of stewarding equipment working closely with Engineering for preventive upkeep
• Manage the stewarding teams daily duties rosters and training needs
• Monitor and control breakage chemical usage and inventory of cleaning supplies

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Hospitality Management Environmental Health Food Science or related field (preferred).
• Minimum 35 years of relevant experience in stewarding and hygiene with at least 12 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• In-depth knowledge of HACCP principles kitchen sanitation and food safety standards in compliance with local and international regulations.
• Certified in:
  • PIC Level 3 (Person in Charge Dubai Municipality requirement)
  • HACCP Certification (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points)
  • ISO 22000 Food Safety Management Systems
  • Level 4 Food Safety & Hygiene (Advanced) preferred for managerial positions
  • NEBOSH or OSHA (for health & safety awareness optional but advantageous)
  • can do in-house BFS training and certify team members
• Experience in conducting hygiene audits risk assessments and training team members on food safety protocols.
• Strong leadership communication and organizational skills with a proactive and detail-oriented mindset.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full-time