Food Safety Officer

Job Title: Food Safety OfficerLocation: Saudi ArabiaEmployment Type: Full-TimeIndustry: Food & Beverage / Hospitality / CateringAbout the RoleWe are seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Food Safety Officer to join our team in Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food safety, quality assurance, and compliance with local and international food safety standards. This role is critical in ensuring that all food handling, storage, preparation, and distribution processes meet the highest safety and hygiene standards.Key ResponsibilitiesMonitor and enforce food safety and hygiene standards across operationsConduct regular inspections, audits, and risk assessmentsEnsure compliance with HACCP, ISO standards, and Saudi food safety regulationsDevelop and maintain food safety documentation, SOPs, and recordsInvestigate food safety incidents, non-conformities, and corrective actionsTrain staff on food hygiene, sanitation, and food safety proceduresCoordinate with operations and quality teams to maintain product quality standardsMonitor pest control, cleaning schedules, temperature logs, and sanitation practicesSupport internal and external audits and regulatory inspectionsEnsure proper implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)RequirementsBachelor’s degree or Diploma in Food Science, Microbiology, Quality Assurance, Nutrition, or related fieldMinimum 2 years of experience in a Quality Assurance and/or Food Safety roleStrong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000, and food safety regulationsExcellent attention to detail and problem-solving skillsGood communication and reporting abilitiesAbility to work independently and in a fast-paced environmentMust be currently based in Saudi ArabiaValid transferable Iqama requiredCandidates who are immediately available or ready to join will be preferredPreferred QualificationsHACCP / Food Safety certificationExperience in catering, food manufacturing, central kitchen, or hospitality industryFamiliarity with SFDA regulations and compliance standardsWhat We OfferCompetitive salary packageCareer growth opportunitiesSupportive and professional work environmentOpportunity to work with a dynamic and growing teamHow to ApplyInterested candidates may apply through LinkedIn or send their updated CV with the subject line:“Application – Food Safety Officer” to terence_delacruz_0124@yahoo.com#FoodSafety #QualityAssurance #FoodSafetyOfficer #HACCP #SaudiArabiaJobs #Hiring #FoodIndustry #QAJobs #HospitalityJobs #ImmediateHiring