Food Safety Senior Officer

Genting Malaysia; Genting Highlands; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group located in Genting Highlands, Malaysia, is seeking a Food Safety Officer to assist in maintaining HACCP and ISO certifications for Food & Beverage Operations. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Food Science or related field and have at least 2 years of experience in food safety management. The role involves conducting microbiology tests, inspections, and training, requiring effective communication and strong interpersonal skills. This position offers a dynamic working environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in the related field.
• Strong knowledge of Food Safety Management Systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining HACCP and ISO Certification for F&B Operations.
• Conduct microbiology tests in Food Safety Laboratory.
• Perform on-site inspections for compliance with regulations.
• Manage food poisoning cases and conduct investigations.
• Coordinate pest control operations.
• Validate Certificates of Analysis for incoming materials.
• Conduct training and coaching for F&B personnel.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and follow-ups.
• Provide administrative support and prepare reports.

Skills

Effective communication

Strong interpersonal skills

Knowledge of Food Safety Management System

Computer software applications

Report writing skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Food Technology/Food Science/Food Study/Microbiology

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining HACCP and ISO Certification for F&B Operations and Management through implementation of Food and Safety Management System (FSMS).
• Conduct microbiology test in the Food Safety Laboratory for food and environmental samples. Coordinate sending selected samples to external laboratory for chemical/biology laboratory test.
• Conduct on-site inspection to whole food production chain for conformance to SOP and compliance to statutory and regulatory requirements set by local and international authorities.
• Attend to food poison cases and conduct investigation for immediate rectification.
• Coordinate external and internal pest control to operation involved such as kitchen, stewarding, engineering and etc.
• Determining the acceptability of the Certificates of Analysis (COA) in the process of monitoring the incoming purchased materials.
• Conducting training, coaching and briefing to the F&B and related personnel.
• Coordinate and involve in internal and external audit and supplier audit and follow up on corrective action.
• Assist in administration support such as relevant report preparation and data compilation or any ad-hoc projects as assigned by the management.

Job Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor's Degree in Food Technology/ Food Science/ Food Study/ Microbiology.
• Minimum 2 year working experience in the related field with knowledge on Food and Safety Management System.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and writing.
• Confident and strong interactive skills with internal/external parties.
• Good knowledge of computer software applications and report writing skills.