Luxury Food Safety & Hygiene Lead

Accor; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

FAENA The Red Sea is expanding in Saudi Arabia and seeks an experienced Hygiene Officer to uphold top-tier food safety, hygiene, and sanitation across the property. You will lead inspections, audits, and ongoing HACCP compliance while supporting pre-opening hygiene initiatives and staff training.

Ideal candidates hold a Food Safety-related degree with at least 2 years in luxury hospitality, HACCP certification, and fluency in English and Arabic.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Food Safety, Hospitality Management, Environmental Health, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Hygiene Officer or Food Safety role, preferably 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 in English and Arabic.
• Previous pre-opening experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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 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 per company standards.
• Ensure compliance with local health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Work closely with the Culinary, Stewarding, and Food & Beverage teams to maintain high hygiene standards.
• Support pre-opening hygiene initiatives, audits, and operational readiness activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Multitasking

English & Arabic

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

FAENA The Red Sea is expanding in Saudi Arabia and seeks an experienced Hygiene Officer to uphold top-tier food safety, hygiene, and sanitation across the property. You will lead inspections, audits, and ongoing HACCP compliance while supporting pre-opening hygiene initiatives and staff training.

Ideal candidates hold a Food Safety-related degree with at least 2 years in luxury hospitality, HACCP certification, and fluency in English and Arabic.