The Manager – QHSE & Food Safety (KSA) leads and unifies Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Control (QC), Food Safety, and Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) under a single operational vertical, responsible for operations across 22+ cities in Saudi Arabia. This role establishes and executes an integrated Quality, Safety, EHS, and Compliance management framework across all airport lounges and hospitality facilities.
About This QHSE & Food Safety Leadership Role
Scope: Unified QA, QC, Food Safety, and EHS vertical across 22+ cities in Saudi Arabia
Standards Framework: ISO 22000, HACCP, ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001
Facility Focus: Airport lounges, central kitchens, and hospitality facilities
Strategic Position: Link between KSA Functional Heads, Regional MEA leadership, and Global HQ
🇸🇦 Why This Role in Riyadh Matters
National Scope: Direct responsibility for quality, safety, and compliance across 22+ Saudi cities
Regulatory Influence: Primary point of contact for SFDA, Municipalities, GACA, and Ministry of Labor
Strategic Leadership: Partner with Regional MEA and Global HQ to deploy world-class standards across KSA
Network Growth: Direct involvement in pre-openings and network expansion across new lounge developments
Position Overview
This Senior Manager – QHSE & Food Safety role in Riyadh involves integrating QA, QC, Food Safety, and EHS into a unified operational vertical across 22+ cities in KSA. You will formulate and execute integrated management systems aligned with ISO 22000, HACCP, ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001, oversee daily QC inspections and kitchen hygiene standards, manage regulatory relationships, lead EHS risk assessments and audits, and support pre-openings and network expansion across all KSA lounge and hospitality developments.
Why This Role Matters: As Senior Manager – QHSE & Food Safety, you lead a unified quality, safety, and compliance function across one of Saudi Arabia’s largest multi-city hospitality networks, serve as the strategic bridge between KSA operations, Regional MEA leadership, and Global HQ, directly engage with national regulatory bodies including SFDA and GACA, and drive continuous improvement through digital auditing, EHS monitoring, and cross-functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
Integrated Vertical Leadership
- Integrate QA (policy & governance), QC (operational verification), Food Safety, and EHS into a unified operational vertical across 22+ cities in KSA
- Formulate and execute integrated management systems aligned with ISO 22000, HACCP, ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001
- Oversee daily QC inspections, food sample testing, kitchen hygiene standards, and station-level EHS safety walks
Cross-Functional & Stakeholder Collaboration
- Partner with KSA Functional Heads (Operations, Culinary, Supply Chain, Human Capital, Projects, Maintenance) to ensure compliance and swift CAPA execution
- Actively engage with MEA Regional and Global HQ Quality & EHS leaders to share insights and standardize KPIs
- Serve as the primary point of contact for KSA regulatory bodies (SFDA, Municipalities, GACA, Ministry of Labor) and external certification auditors
Environment, Health & Safety Management
- Develop and maintain EHS risk assessments, emergency response protocols, incident reporting, and hazard identification programs
- Conduct ongoing safety audits to ensure compliance with Saudi Labor Law, civil defense mandates, and airport authority regulations
- Lead environmental sustainability initiatives, including waste management, energy conservation, and hazardous waste/chemical disposal
Pre-Openings, Design & Network Expansion
- Establish unified QA, QC, Food Safety, and EHS opening checklists and quality frameworks for new lounge developments
- Work with Project and Culinary teams during layout design to ensure compliance with legislation, ergonomic safety, and HACCP flow requirements
- Conduct operational readiness reviews and mandatory safety, hygiene, and EHS training for Lounge Managers and PICs
Audit Management & Continuous Improvement
- Direct internal audit schedules covering QA/QC, Food Safety, and EHS compliance across all 22+ cities
- Analyze operational audit metrics, guest feedback, and EHS incident reports to identify root causes and implement corrective actions
- Introduce digital auditing technologies, automated temperature tracking, and real-time EHS monitoring tools
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Quality Management, Hospitality Management, Environmental Health, or a related field
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 6–8 years of experience leading QA, QC, Food Safety, and EHS operations in hospitality, airline catering, retail F&B, or multi-site operations
- Proven experience managing compliance across multiple cities/locations, ideally within Saudi Arabia (KSA) or the GCC region
Key Certifications Required
Certified ISO 22000 / HACCP Lead Auditor or Internal Auditor
NEBOSH IGC / Award or ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 Lead Auditor / Internal Auditor
Deep understanding of KSA regulations (SFDA, Municipal/Balady rules, Civil Defense, GACA)
Core Competencies & Skills
- Strong leadership and cross-functional stakeholder management skills
- Proficiency in digital audit tools and QA/EHS management software
- Strong communication skills in English (Arabic proficiency is a strong advantage)
About QHSE Leadership in Saudi Arabia’s Airport Hospitality Sector
Saudi Arabia’s airport lounge and hospitality sector continues to expand rapidly across 22+ cities, requiring robust, unified quality, food safety, and EHS frameworks aligned with international standards. This Senior Manager – QHSE & Food Safety role offers strategic ownership of compliance, safety, and quality across a national network, while serving as the key liaison between KSA operations, Regional MEA leadership, and Global HQ.
Regulatory Leadership: This role places you at the center of KSA’s regulatory landscape, working directly with SFDA, GACA, Civil Defense, and Municipal authorities.
Who Should Apply?
- QHSE Senior Leaders: With multi-site hospitality, airline catering, or F&B compliance experience
- Food Safety Lead Auditors: Certified in ISO 22000/HACCP with hands-on audit experience
- EHS Professionals: Holding NEBOSH IGC, ISO 45001, or ISO 14001 certifications
- KSA/GCC Regulatory Specialists: Familiar with SFDA, GACA, Civil Defense, and Municipal regulations
- Cross-Functional Leaders: Experienced partnering with Regional and Global HQ quality teams
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