Executive Hygiene & Sanitation Leader

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Health benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Chief Sanitation Officer for our prominent hospitality client in Durban. This executive will establish and enforce top-tier sanitation standards across all properties, ensuring guest safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

The role oversees sanitation departments, audits, staff training, and coordination with F&B and housekeeping to integrate best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Environmental Health, Food Science, or related field.
• 10+ years in sanitation management in hospitality/food service.
• Strong HACCP/GMP knowledge.
• Proven leadership and staff development experience.
• Excellent regulatory knowledge for Durban and KwaZulu-Natal.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce sanitation policies for all properties.
• Lead sanitation team and training programs.
• Ensure compliance with local health codes and international standards.
• Coordinate with F&B, housekeeping, and operations.
• Report sanitation metrics and drive continuous improvements.

Skills

HACCP & GMP

Leadership

Staff Training

Regulatory Compliance

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related

Tools

MS Excel

Health & Safety Software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Chief Sanitation Officer for our prominent hospitality client in Durban. This executive will establish and enforce top-tier sanitation standards across all properties, ensuring guest safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

The role oversees sanitation departments, audits, staff training, and coordination with F&B and housekeeping to integrate best practices.