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Food Safety and Hygiene Manager

A Food Safety and Hygiene Manager plays a critical role in ensuring that food products are produced, handled, and distributed in a way that meets strict safety and hygiene standards. This role is especially vital in food manufacturing, catering, and hospitality sectors.

Here’s what the job typically involves:

  • Developing and enforcing food safety protocols across all stages of production and handling, from raw materials to finished goods.

  • Ensuring compliance with local and international regulations like HACCP, BRC, ISO 22000, and food hygiene laws.

  • Conducting regular audits and inspections to identify risks, verify sanitation practices, and maintain documentation for traceability.

  • Training staff on food safety procedures, allergen control, and personal hygiene standards.

  • Investigating incidents such as contamination or customer complaints, and implementing corrective actions.

  • Managing pest control, waste disposal, and cleaning operations to prevent cross-contamination and ensure a hygienic environment.

It’s a leadership role that blends technical expertise with operational oversight.