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Profession Catering & Hospitality Services is a dedicated provider of high-quality catering and hospitality solutions based in Al Wakrah, Qatar. The company serves a diverse clientele, likely including corporate, industrial, and event sectors, with a strong commitment to food safety, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction. This role is central to upholding their reputation for quality and compliance in a highly regulated industry.

Position Overview: HSE Officer (Catering)

Profession Catering & Hospitality Services is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable HSE Officer with a specialized focus on catering and food service operations. This role is responsible for the critical task of implementing and monitoring both Food Safety and Occupational Health & Safety standards across all company operations. You will ensure full compliance with stringent local municipality regulations (likely from the Ministry of Public Health) and international standards like HACCP and ISO 22000. This position is ideal for a meticulous professional passionate about safety, hygiene, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced culinary environment.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be entrusted with the following comprehensive duties across four key areas:

Food Safety & Hygiene Management:

• Implement & Monitor Standards: Implement and maintain HACCP principles and ISO 22000 Food Safety Management Systems across all operations.
• Site Inspections & Audits: Conduct daily and weekly inspections of all areas—receiving, storage, preparation, cooking, and delivery. Perform regular temperature checks, hygiene audits, and oversee pest control and food waste management.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all food handling processes meet the highest hygiene standards.

Occupational Health & Safety:

• Risk Assessment & Audits: Conduct regular site inspections and risk assessments specifically for kitchen and service areas, identifying hazards related to equipment use, chemical handling, and slips/trips.
• Policy Enforcement: Develop, implement, and enforce safety policies and safe work procedures.
• Incident Investigation: Investigate any workplace accidents, food safety complaints, or near-misses, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.

Training & Compliance:

• Staff Training Programs: Train all kitchen and service staff on food safety principles, personal hygiene, proper food handling techniques, and safe equipment operation.
• Safety Drills & Communication: Conduct regular toolbox talks and coordinate emergency evacuation drills to ensure staff preparedness.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure ongoing compliance with all local municipality health regulations and government standards.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Record Keeping: Maintain meticulous and up-to-date records of all inspections, lab test results (if applicable), training sessions, incidents, and corrective actions.
• Performance Reporting: Compile and submit detailed monthly reports to management, summarizing safety performance, key metrics, and areas for improvement.

Candidate Requirements (Mandatory)

Requirement Category	Specific Qualification
Education	Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Safety Management, Environmental Health, or a closely related field.
Certifications	HACCP or ServSafe certification is mandatory. Additional certifications like ISO 22000 Internal Auditor, NEBOSH IGC, or IOSH are a strong advantage.
Experience	Previous experience in the catering, hospitality, or food service industry is highly preferred. This ensures familiarity with the unique challenges of a commercial kitchen environment.
Knowledge	Strong working knowledge of local municipality (Qatar) food safety regulations and OHS standards.
Skills	Excellent communication, attention to detail, problem-solving, and training delivery skills.
Working Conditions	Must be comfortable with frequent standing and moving between kitchen, storage, and office areas, and willing to work flexible hours, including weekends or shifts.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal HSE Officer for this role will be:

• A meticulous and authoritative guardian of standards, ensuring every aspect of food production and kitchen safety is compliant and beyond reproach.
• A practical trainer and communicator, able to effectively convey safety protocols to a diverse, fast-paced kitchen team.
• A proactive problem-solver, identifying potential hazards and implementing robust preventive measures before incidents occur.
• Resilient and adaptable, comfortable with the physical demands of the kitchen environment and flexible shift schedules.

What the Company Offers

• Impactful Role: The opportunity to be the key person ensuring the safety and well-being of both customers and staff.
• Professional Development: Work within a structured environment committed to international standards (HACCP, ISO), offering valuable experience in compliance management.
• Dynamic Environment: A role based in a busy catering operation, offering variety and daily challenges.

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How to Apply

If you are a qualified HSE professional with a food safety background and a passion for upholding the highest standards in catering, Profession Catering & Hospitality Services encourages you to apply.

Submit your application via the official listing:
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