Hygiene Officer

About the Company

The FAENA Movement is a vibrant blend of art, culture, and community, inspired by soulful southern traditions and innovative design. Our culture honors genuine hospitality and transformative experiences, crafting environments where dreams become reality through creative ideas, meaningful partnerships, and profound purpose. Currently expanding in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, FAENA The Red Sea heralds a new era distinguished by visionary thinking and exemplary execution. We aim to develop more than just a hotel; we aspire to create a realm of beauty, awe, and connection. We welcome individuals passionate about creativity and excellence to join us in realizing this bold vision.

Role Overview and Responsibilities

• Ensure the entire property adheres strictly to all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations.
• Perform routine hygiene inspections and thorough audits across food preparation and serving zones.
• Monitor and enforce HACCP protocols alongside the food safety management system.
• Coordinate periodic microbiological and water quality assessments as necessary.
• Facilitate hygiene and food safety educational sessions for team members to uphold standards.
• Investigate any hygiene-related incidents, implementing suitable corrective and preventative measures.
• Maintain comprehensive hygiene documentation, including records and reports, conforming to company standards.
• Ensure compliance with local health and safety laws as well as company policies.
• Collaborate closely with Culinary, Stewarding, and Food & Beverage divisions to uphold superior hygiene levels.
• Play an active role in pre-opening hygiene efforts, including audits and readiness preparations.

Qualifications and Skills

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Food Safety, Hospitality Management, Environmental Health, or a relevant discipline.
• Have at least two years of practical experience as a Hygiene Officer or in food safety, preferably within the luxury hospitality sector.
• Hold valid HACCP certification.
• Demonstrate expert knowledge of food safety laws, hygiene protocols, and sanitation methods.
• Experience conducting thorough hygiene audits and inspections is essential.
• Exhibit strong organizational and communication capabilities.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office suite usage.
• Adept at thriving in dynamic, fast-paced environments, managing several priorities efficiently.
• Fluency in both English and Arabic, in spoken and written form, is mandatory.
• Experience in pre-opening scenarios is advantageous.