Quality & Safety Manager

About the Role

Azzad Saudi Company is seeking an experienced Quality & Safety Manager to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role is critical for maintaining high standards within the Catering & Food Services industry, focusing on the quality and safety of food products and production processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage quality and safety standards for food products and production.
• Oversee the overall quality and safety of the company’s food products.
• Develop and review quality and safety policies and procedures.
• Manage audits conducted by third-party inspectors.
• Train quality assurance and quality control employees.
• Oversee the manufacturing and production processes.
• Develop effective quality control processes and devise specifications for products and processes.
• Set requirements for raw materials and intermediate products for suppliers, and monitor compliance.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety guidelines and legal obligations.
• Oversee all product development procedures to identify deviations from quality standards.
• Inspect finished products and compare them to established requirements.
• Maintain accurate information and perform statistical analysis, submitting detailed reports to the CEO.
• Assure the reliability and consistency of production by checking processed and finished products.
• Facilitate proactive solutions by collecting and analyzing data.
• Keep records of quality reports, food safety reports, statistical reviews, and relevant documentation.
• Develop and provide training for food safety and quality requirements.
• Develop and maintain documentation such as SOPs, maintenance manuals, policies, and procedures related to food safety concerns.
• Conduct facility and safety audits.
• Update existing food safety procedures and documentation to align with changing requirements.
• Monitor and verify activities to ensure all incoming and outgoing products meet food safety and quality standards.
• Oversee proper maintenance and sanitation of all facilities to comply with food safety requirements.
• Ensure all food safety and quality assurance procedures are followed and documented correctly at all times.

Candidate Requirements

• A minimum of 5-10 years of experience in quality and safety management, preferably within the Catering & Food Services industry.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and implement comprehensive quality and safety programs.
• Strong understanding of food safety regulations and quality standards.

Work Environment

This full-time position is based in Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and involves working within a dynamic environment focused on maintaining high standards in food production and service.