Food Safety Officer

Ghithaa | غِذاء; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A food safety consulting firm in Jeddah is seeking a qualified Food Safety Officer to ensure hygienic operations in the food industry. The role involves monitoring compliance, developing safety systems like HACCP, and training employees. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and proficiency in Arabic and English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Agricultural Engineering, Chemistry, Microbiology, or equivalent.
• Experience in the food industry or quality control is preferred.
• Certified in HACCP, ISO 22000, or equivalent food safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Monitor compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Develop and maintain HACCP and ISO 22000 systems.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Train employees on hygiene and safety practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Bilingual (Arabic and English)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related field

Job description

We are seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Food Safety Officer to ensure the highest standards of hygiene, quality, and compliance across our operations. The candidate will be responsible for implementing and monitoring food safety systems, training staff, and continuously improving procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and ensure compliance with all food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain HACCP, ISO 22000, and related food safety systems.
• Conduct internal audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Follow up on corrective actions and preventive measures.
• Supervise cleaning, storage, and handling procedures in production areas.
• Provide regular training sessions for employees on hygiene and safety practices.
• Collaborate with kitchen, logistics, and quality teams to solve safety or quality issues.
• Prepare reports and recommendations to maintain and enhance safety standards.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Agricultural Engineering, Chemistry, Microbiology, or equivalent.
• Preferably with previous experience in the food industry or quality control.
• Certified in HACCP, ISO 22000, or equivalent food safety systems.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Attention to detail and high commitment to compliance.
• Proficiency in both Arabic and English.

General Requirements:

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks.
• Commitment to workplace safety and hygiene standards.Familiarity with Saudi food regulations and SFDA requirements is a plus.