Hygiene Officer

Accor; Medina; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor in Medina is seeking a Hygiene Officer to ensure food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards across the property. You will conduct regular audits, monitor HACCP procedures, and train team members.

You will coordinate hygiene testing, maintain records, and drive corrective actions. Fluent English and Arabic are required, with at least 2 years in luxury hospitality and a HACCP certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Food Safety, Hospitality Management, Environmental Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Hygiene Officer or Food Safety within luxury hospitality.
• HACCP certification is required.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations, hygiene standards, and sanitation practices.
• Experience in audits/inspections.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Bilingual English and Arabic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards across the property.
• Conduct regular hygiene inspections and audits in all food preparation and service areas.
• Monitor and maintain HACCP procedures and food safety management systems.
• Coordinate routine microbiological and water quality testing as required.
• Conduct hygiene and food safety training sessions for team members.
• Investigate hygiene-related incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain hygiene records, reports and documentation in accordance with company standards.
• Work closely with Culinary, Stewarding and Food & Beverage teams to maintain high hygiene standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Fluent English & Arabic

HACCP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree / diploma in Food Safety or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

• Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards across the property
• Conduct regular hygiene inspections and audits in all food preparation and service areas
• Monitor and maintain HACCP procedures and food safety management systems
• Coordinate routine microbiological and water quality testing as required
• Conduct hygiene and food safety training sessions for team members
• Investigate hygiene-related incidents and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Maintain hygiene records, reports and documentation in accordance with company standards
• Ensure compliance with local health and safety regulations and company policies
• Work closely with the Culinary, Stewarding and Food amp Beverage teams to maintain the highest hygiene standards
• Support pre-opening hygiene initiatives, audits and operational readiness activities

Company Description

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Food Safety, Hospitality Management, Environmental Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Hygiene Officer or Food Safety role, preferably within luxury hospitality.
• HACCP certification is required.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations, hygiene standards, and sanitation practices.
• Experience in conducting hygiene audits and inspections.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Arabic are required.
• Previous pre-opening experience is preferred.