Hygiene Officer

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and highly meticulous Hygiene Officer to join our five-star hotel, part of a prestigious global hospitality brand. The ideal candidate is a hands-on professional with a proven track record in hotel hygiene and food safety management , who is passionate about upholding the highest standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and safety across all hotel operations.

This individual will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and monitoring hygiene and sanitation processes, protocols, and SOPs —particularly within culinary and food & beverage outlets. The successful candidate must have a deep and practical understanding of hygiene principles, regulatory requirements, HACCP standards, and international food safety protocols.

Key Responsibilities

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Design and implement comprehensive hygiene and sanitation protocols across all F&B outlets, kitchens, and relevant operational areas.

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Conduct regular internal audits , inspections, and risk assessments, ensuring full compliance with statutory and corporate hygiene requirements.

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Lead and conduct food safety and hygiene training for all relevant colleagues.

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Collaborate with the Executive Chef, Stewarding, Housekeeping, and Engineering teams to maintain and improve hygiene standards.

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Serve as the primary point of contact for health inspections and liaise with local authorities as necessary.

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Develop a hotel-wide Hygiene Monitoring Program , complete with data tracking, trend analysis, and continuous improvement plans.

Desired profile

Qualifications :

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Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role within a large luxury hotel operation .

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Experience with Hyatt Hotels Corporation or other global luxury hospitality brands is a strong advantage .

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Certified in Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) , HACCP , or equivalent hygiene qualifications.

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Demonstrated ability to develop hygiene SOPs and implement them from the ground up , particularly in pre-opening or process redesign scenarios.

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Deep knowledge of local public health regulations and international food safety standards .

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Strong leadership and training skills with the ability to instill a culture of hygiene excellence among kitchen and service teams.

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Excellent communication and documentation skills, with proficiency in creating reports, audits, and process guidelines.

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Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.

This is a vital role that ensures the safety of our guests and colleagues while protecting our brand reputation for excellence. If you are a hygiene expert with high standards, operational insight, and a passion for excellence, we welcome you to apply.