Quality Assurance Manager - Food Hygiene & Safety

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all the Food Hygiene & Safety (FHS) matters of the Group in order to ensure compliance with legal requirements including the Hong Kong Food Safety Ordinance
• Support the Group through the implementation and integration of plans policies, procedures and management of FHS systems, which encourages a culture of food hygiene & safety in order to contribute positively to the Group’s productivity
• Act as a key investigation officer when serious incident happens, in order to find out the root cause and prepare the remedial action plan, and follow up the associated actions
• Make immediate decision to forbid any harmful impact to FHS / the Group compliance / legal requirements
• Manage emergency plan to deal with emergency situations for the FHS and those working for the Group
• Develop and implement trainings, workshops and good practices. Provide technical / training support on all new product development ensuring all FHS control are checked and implemented based on HACCP/ ISO principles
• Consult and assist with the coordination of relevant FHS audits and makes recommendations to continuously improve processes and outcomes, in accordance with the annual / regular organizational audits
• Manage the total budget for the overall FHS programs to deliver required KPIs

Requirement:

• Degree in Food Science and / or Nutritional Sciences or related discipline
• At least 8 years relevant experience in a sizeable organization in the hotel and/or catering industry, and 2 to 3 years at similar position. Preferably with experience in implementing ISO 22000 standards within the context of food manufacturing
• In-depth knowledge of Hong Kong Food Safety regulations and recognized qualifications in food hygiene & safety management, such as HACCP and ISO 22000 or equivalent. Certification standards (BRC, ISO, AIB) are preferred
• Solid experience in the development and implementation of corporate policies, procedures and guidelines
• Hands-on and practical with good organizational, communication and problem solving skills
• Good time management and able to work independently under tight deadlines
• Proficiency in computer skills including MS Office
• Good command of both spoken and written English and Chinese