Food Safety Officer

LPH CATERING; Pasir Panjang; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A catering company in Negeri Sembilan is seeking a highly motivated Food Safety Officer to ensure food quality, safety, and hygiene. The role involves conducting inspections, addressing safety issues, and training staff on food hygiene practices. Candidates must have at least 2 years of relevant experience and knowledge of food safety legislation. This position offers a supportive work environment with benefits including health coverage and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

Ongoing training opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in food hygiene or quality assurance.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Ability to conduct audits and inspections effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections of food production facilities.
• Identify and address hygiene or safety issues.
• Train production staff on food handling and hygiene.

Skills

Food safety legislation knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Audit and inspection proficiency

Training and guidance abilities

Education

Relevant diploma in food technology

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Food Safety Officer to join our growing team at LPH CATERING'. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety and hygiene. Your expertise and attention to detail will be crucial in maintaining our reputation for delivering safe, high-quality food products to our customers.

What you'll be doing

• Conducting regular inspections and audits of our food production facilities to monitor compliance with all relevant food safety regulations and standards
• Identifying and addressing any potential hygiene or safety issues, and implementing corrective actions to mitigate risks
• Providing training and guidance to production staff on food handling, cleaning procedures, and best practices in food hygiene
• Maintaining detailed records and documentation to demonstrate our compliance with all food safety requirements
• Liaising with regulatory authorities and external auditors to ensure our operations meet or exceed all necessary standards
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of our food safety management systems and processes

What we're looking for

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar food hygiene or quality assurance role, preferably within the catering or food manufacturing industry
• Strong working knowledge of food safety legislation, regulations, and industry best practices
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to identify and resolve potential food safety issues
• Proficient in conducting audits, inspections, and risk assessments
• Effective communication and training skills to engage with production staff at all levels
• Relevant diploma or qualification in food technology, food science, or a related discipline

What we offer

At LPH CATERING', we are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment for our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive health and wellness coverage, including private medical insurance and employee assistance programmes
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities to support your career growth
• Flexible working arrangements to help you achieve a healthy work-life balance
• Opportunities to contribute to the development of our industry-leading food safety practices