Hygiene Specialist

Winford Manila Resort and Casino; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Health insurance

Staff meals provided

Job summary

Winford Manila Resort and Casino is seeking a Hygiene Specialist to oversee hygiene, sanitation and food safety across the resort and casino property.

You will implement HACCP-based programs, conduct audits, train staff, ensure regulatory compliance and maintain documentation. This in-person role requires 2–3 years in hygiene/food safety in hospitality, with ISO 22000 knowledge an advantage. The position involves coordinating with health authorities and driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Nutrition and Dietetics, Environmental Health, Public Health or Hotel & Restaurant Management or related field.
• HACCP certification is required.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in hygiene, food safety, quality assurance, or sanitation in resort, casino, hotel, or food service.

Responsibilities

• Maintain hygiene, sanitation and food safety throughout the resort and casino.
• Conduct regular hygiene and sanitation inspections of kitchens, restaurants, bars, banquet operations, employee dining facilities, and storage areas.
• Coordinate audits, prepare audit reports, and monitor corrective actions.
• Deliver food safety and hygiene training for kitchen, service, stewarding, housekeeping and receiving personnel.
• Ensure compliance with Philippine Food Safety Act and local health regulations; coordinate with inspectors and auditors.
• Maintain hygiene records, temperature logs, sanitation checklists and incident reports.
• Promote a culture of food safety and personal hygiene and train staff accordingly.

Skills

Hygiene principles

HACCP knowledge

Observation skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Training staff

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Teamwork

Professionalism

Education

Food Technology

Food Science

Nutrition and Dietetics

Environmental Health

Public Health

Hotel & restaurant management or related field

HACCP certification

Job description

The Hygiene Specialist is responsible for maintaining and monitoring the highest standards of hygiene, sanitation, and food safety throughout the resort and casino property. This role ensures compliance with local health regulations, company policies, and international food safety standards to protect guests, employees, and the organization's reputation.

Key Responsibilities

Food Safety & Hygiene management

• Implement and maintain food safety Management systems, including HACCP and sanitation programs.
• Ensure all food served to guests and employees is free from microbiological, chemical, and physical contamination.
• Monitor food handling, preparation, storage, transpotation, and service practices.
• Verify proper temperature controls, food labeling, and stock rotation (FIFO/FEFO).

Audits & Inspections

• Conduct regular hygiene and sanitation inspections of:
• - Kitchens
• - Restaurants
• - Bars
• - Banquet Operations
• - Employee Dining Facilities
• - Food Storage and Reciving Areas
• Perform internal food safety audits and prepare detailed audit reports.
• Monitor corrective and preventive actions arising from audit findings.

Training & Awareness

• Conduct food safety and hygiene training programs for:
• - Kitchen Staff
• - Service Staff
• - Stewarding
• - Housekeeping
• - Receiving Personnel
• Promote a culture of food safety and personal hygiene.
• Maintain records of employee food safety certifications and training.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with:
• - Philippine Food Safety Act (RA. 10611)
• - Local Government Health Regulations
• - Department of Health Regulations
• - Sanitation Code of the Philippines
• - HACCP requirements
• Coordinate with government inspectors and external auditors.
• Prepare documentation required for inspection and audits.

Pest Control & Sanitation

• Monitor pest control programs and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Verify cleaning and sanitation schedules are followed.
• Conduct environmental hygiene assessments in food preparation and storage areas.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain food safety records, audit reports, temperature logs, sanitation checklists, and incident reports.
• Analyze trends and recommend improvements to management.
• Prepare monthly hygiene and food safety performance report.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in:
• - Food Technology
• - Food Science
• - Nutrition and Dietetics
• - Environmental Health
• - Public Health
• - Hotel & restaurant management or related field
• Certification in HACCP is required.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in hygiene, food safety, quality assurance, or sanitation, within a resort, casino, hotel, or food service operation.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and health codes.
• ISO 22000, Food safety management System (FSMS), or related certifications are an advantage.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of hygiene and sanitation principles.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety management systems.
• Excellent observation and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Report writing and documentation skills.
• Ability to train and educate employees.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• High ethical standards and professionalism.

Working Conditions

• Requires regular walking and inspections throughout the resort and casino property.
• May involve evenings, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts based on operational requirements.
• Exposure to kitchens, food preparation areas, housekeeping facilities, waste disposal areas, and outdoor environments.
• May require lifting inspection equipment or supplies and prolonged standing during audits.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Hygiene inspection compliance score.
• Food safety audit results.
• Regulatory inspection outcomes.
• Timely closure of corrective actions.
• Reduction in hygiene-related incidents and guest complaints.
• Employee hygiene training completion rate.
• Compliance with sanitation and food safety standards.
• Pest control effectiveness and sanitation performance.

Benefits

• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Staff meals provided

Application Question(s)

• How much is your expected salary?

Work Location: In person