Food Safety Specialist

FOOD SAFETY SPECIALIST

Kempinski Hotel Barbaros Bay Bodrum is looking for a candidate for 'Food Safety Specialist' position.

SCOPE:
To assist the Food & Beverage Manager and the Executive Chef in managing the overall hygiene programme as an efficent and productive cost and service centre ensuring a seamless operation and therefore contribute to maximising guest satisfaction. The Food Safety Specialist ensures that the horel is fully in line with local and International hygiene standards and assists in guiding, correcting, planning and organising Culinary and Stewarding operations.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• All rules & regulations are strictly adhered within the hotel including hotel's policy on hygiene regulations including HACCP
• The supply chain is planned to secure that the quality of the food & beverage products.
• The Hotel is recognized by local authorities and is compliant to all HACCP regulations
• Set an example by reporting to duty punctually wearing business attire according to the hotel dress code & Kempinski grooming standards, maintaining a high standard of personal appearance and hygiene at all times.
• Ensure that all Food & Beverage employees have an adequate knowledge of food safety.
• Organise Food Safety meetings and trainings and keep accurate records of all trainings and meetings held.
• Follow up with all related teams that trainings are understood and actions implemented.
• Develop food safety committees for the hotel to ensure all actions are communicated towards the operations.
• Check on a daily basis pastry counters, buffets and displays for the restaurants and banquets

COMPETENCIES: 

• BA/BSc in Food Production or vocational higher education degree on food safety related field.
• Minimum 1 year in similar position in a luxury brand.
• Certified in food safety/HACCP or equivalent.
• Excellent oral and written skills both in English is preferred.
• Ability to operate computer and office equipment.
• Ability to work independently and come up with proactive, rational solutions.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish and retain effective working relationships with hotel staff and clients/vendors.
• Ability to identify and delegate tasks effectively.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Applies a professional, confidential and ethical approach at all times.
• Works in a safe, prudent and organised manner.
• Have a complete understanding of food safety standards/procedures.