Quality Controller

The Grandeur Co.; Medina; Presencial; SAR 50.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Grandeur Co. in Medina, Saudi Arabia seeks a Quality Controller to uphold food safety and quality across catering operations. The role evaluates products, monitors hygiene, and ensures compliance with Saudi health regulations and ISO 22000/HACCP guidelines.

Collaboration with procurement, logistics, and production is key to achieving excellence. You will lead internal audits, train staff on hygiene standards, and oversee certification maintenance to sustain top-quality food safety

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in a food-related field is required.
• Certifications in HACCP or ISO 22000 are preferred.
• 3–5 years in quality control or food safety management in catering.

Responsabilidades

• Inspect raw materials and prepared meals for compliance with quality standards.
• Monitor staff hygiene practices and food handling per guidelines.
• Ensure sanitation and calibration of equipment and testing devices.
• Conduct pest control inspections and corrective actions.
• Supervise waste management and subcontractor compliance.
• Audit subcontracted kitchens and report findings for action.
• Perform internal audits and establish KPIs for improvements.
• Train staff on hygiene standards and collaborate with teams.
• Maintain emergency protocols and ongoing ISO 22000/HACCP certs.

Conocimientos

Quality control

HACCP knowledge

ISO 22000

Regulatory compliance

Hygiene training

Auditing

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science/related field

HACCP/ISO 22000 certification

Descripción del empleo

Job Summary

The Quality Controller plays a vital role in ensuring the highest food safety and quality standards within our catering operations. This position involves evaluating food products, monitoring hygiene practices, and ensuring compliance with local health regulations and Saudi FDA guidelines. The Quality Controller collaborates with various departments to maintain excellence in food quality and is responsible for obtaining and sustaining ISO 22000 and HACCP certifications.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Inspect Raw Materials: Evaluate raw materials and prepared meals for compliance with Saudi FDA regulations and established quality standards.
• Monitor Hygiene Practices: Oversee staff personal hygiene and food handling, ensuring strict adherence to local health guidelines.
• Sanitation and Equipment Checks: Ensure comprehensive cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations, and verify the calibration of thermometers and food testing devices.
• Pest Control Management: Conduct regular pest control inspections and implement necessary corrective actions to mitigate risks.
• Waste and Subcontractor Management: Supervise waste management practices and monitor subcontractor compliance with food safety and quality standards.
• Sub Kitchens Auditing and Monitoring: Conduct routine and unannounced inspections of all subcontracted kitchens. Evaluate their compliance with hygiene and food safety standardsand compile detailed reports to communicate findings with management for corrective action.
• Internal Audits and KPIs: Perform thorough internal audits, document non-compliance findings, and establish KPIs to track quality improvements and non-conformance trends.
• Training and Collaboration: Train staff on hygiene standards and food safety protocols, collaborating closely with Procurement, Logistics, and Production teams to ensure quality alignment.
• Emergency Preparedness and Certification Maintenance: Develop and implement emergency protocols, including food recall procedures, while ensuring the ongoing maintenance of ISO 22000 and HACCP certifications.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Food Technology, or a related field.
• Certifications: Relevant food safety certifications (e.g., HACCP, ISO 22000) recognized in Saudi Arabia.
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in quality control or food safety management, preferably within the catering industry.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of Saudi food safety regulations and Saudi FDA guidelines.
• Training and Compliance Skills: Proven ability to effectively train staff on hygiene standards and food safety protocols.