Job Description

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Create standardized operating procedures (SOPs) for food safety and quality management.
• Implement corrective actions and preventive measures to mitigate food quality and safety concerns.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of store facilities and focus on ensuring food safety & quality standards and identifying areas for improvement.
• Maintain a robust documentation system for all food quality and safety-related activities.
• Responsible for examining food products for quality and safety.
• Conduct supplier audits to ensure that they meet food safety and quality standards.
• Continuously assess and update food safety and quality procedures to ensure they align with the latest industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

Job Requirements

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience in food safety and quality assurance is typically required. This may include experience in auditing, quality assurance, quality control or food production.
• Proficiency in auditing techniques including conducting on-site inspections, reviewing documentation, and assessing compliance with food safety and quality standards.
• Keen attention to detail is crucial to identify potential food safety and quality issues.
• Ability to identify issues and develop solutions to ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
• Ability to work collaboratively with store management and staff to promote a culture of food safety and quality.
• Willingness to travel to different convenience store locations for audits.

Must have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Food Safety, Food Technology or a related field is required.

Good to have:

• Familiarity with international food safety standards like HACCP and ISO 22000 is beneficial.
• 3 - 4 years solid experience with specifically in the convenience store industry or similar retail food environments is an added advantage.