The Quality Controller plays vital role in ensuring highest food safety and quality standards within catering operations in Jeddah, Makkah. This position involves evaluating food products, monitoring hygiene practices, ensuring compliance with local health regulations and Saudi FDA guidelines, collaborating with various departments to maintain excellence in food quality, and being responsible for obtaining and sustaining ISO 22000 and HACCP certifications.
Catering Operations Excellence
Food Safety Leadership: Ensuring highest food safety and quality standards in catering operations
Regulatory Compliance: Adherence to Saudi FDA guidelines and local health regulations
Quality Management: Evaluating food products and monitoring hygiene practices
Certification Excellence: Obtaining and sustaining ISO 22000 and HACCP certifications
Saudi Arabia Food Safety Standards
Saudi FDA Compliance: Comprehensive understanding of Saudi food safety regulations
Local Health Guidelines: Strict adherence to regional health and safety requirements
Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of Kingdom’s food safety framework
Professional Growth: Career development in Saudi Arabia’s expanding food service sector
Position Overview
This Quality Controller role involves ensuring highest food safety and quality standards within catering operations. You will evaluate food products and prepared meals for Saudi FDA compliance, monitor staff hygiene practices and food handling procedures, oversee sanitation and equipment maintenance, conduct pest control inspections, manage waste practices, audit sub-kitchens, perform internal audits, train staff on safety protocols, and maintain ISO 22000 and HACCP certifications.
💡 Why This Role Matters: As Quality Controller in Jeddah, Makkah, you ensure food safety excellence protecting consumers and maintaining regulatory compliance with Saudi FDA guidelines, advance career in quality control within expanding catering industry, gain expertise in internationally recognized ISO 22000 and HACCP systems, contribute to safe food operations in culturally significant city, and develop professional skills in comprehensive food safety management.
Duties & Responsibilities
Raw Materials & Product Evaluation
- Inspect raw materials and evaluate prepared meals for compliance with Saudi FDA regulations
- Ensure all food products meet established quality standards and specifications
- Monitor incoming ingredients and finished products for quality and safety
- Document evaluation results and maintain detailed inspection records
Hygiene & Food Handling Monitoring
- Oversee staff personal hygiene and food handling procedures
- Ensure strict adherence to local health guidelines and food safety protocols
- Monitor hand washing, sanitization, and personal protective equipment usage
- Conduct regular hygiene assessments and provide corrective guidance
Sanitation & Equipment Management
- Ensure comprehensive cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations
- Verify calibration of thermometers and food testing devices
- Monitor cleaning schedules and sanitation procedures
- Conduct equipment inspections and maintenance oversight
Pest Control & Risk Management
- Conduct regular pest control inspections throughout catering facilities
- Implement necessary corrective actions to mitigate pest-related risks
- Monitor pest control programs and maintain documentation
- Coordinate with pest control contractors and ensure compliance
Waste & Subcontractor Management
- Supervise waste management practices ensuring proper disposal and hygiene
- Monitor subcontractor compliance with food safety and quality standards
- Conduct routine and unannounced inspections of subcontracted kitchens
- Evaluate subcontractor hygiene and food safety compliance
Auditing & Quality Assurance
- Perform thorough internal audits and document non-compliance findings
- Establish KPIs to track quality improvements and non-conformance trends
- Compile detailed audit reports and communicate findings with management
- Implement corrective actions based on audit results
Training & Collaboration
- Train staff on hygiene standards and food safety protocols
- Collaborate closely with Procurement, Logistics, and Production teams
- Ensure quality alignment across all operational departments
- Develop training materials and conduct safety awareness sessions
Emergency Preparedness & Certification
- Develop and implement emergency protocols including food recall procedures
- Ensure ongoing maintenance of ISO 22000 and HACCP certifications
- Prepare for certification audits and maintain compliance documentation
- Stay updated on regulatory changes and industry best practices
Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science
- OR Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition
- OR Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology
- OR related field in food safety and quality management
Certification Requirements
- Relevant food safety certifications recognized in Saudi Arabia
- HACCP certification (required)
- ISO 22000 certification (required)
- Additional food safety certifications beneficial
Experience Requirements
- 0-3 years experience in quality control or food safety management
- Preferably within the catering industry
- Experience with food safety auditing and compliance
- Background in regulatory compliance and documentation
Essential Knowledge & Skills
- Comprehensive understanding of Saudi food safety regulations and Saudi FDA guidelines
- Proven ability to effectively train staff on hygiene standards and food safety protocols
- Strong knowledge of ISO 22000 and HACCP implementation
- Understanding of catering operations and large-scale food production
- Excellent communication and training abilities
- Attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
About Catering Excellence
Join established catering operations in Jeddah, Makkah specializing in maintaining highest food safety and quality standards. As Quality Controller, you ensure regulatory compliance with Saudi FDA guidelines, maintain ISO 22000 and HACCP certifications, and contribute to food safety excellence in culturally significant region. Position offers opportunity for professional growth, regulatory expertise development, and meaningful contribution to safe food operations.
Quality Excellence: Quality controller role in Jeddah offering professional development in food safety, regulatory compliance, and catering operations excellence.
Who Should Apply?
- Food Science Graduates: With HACCP and ISO 22000 certifications and Saudi regulatory knowledge
- Quality Control Professionals: From food service, catering, or food manufacturing industries
- Food Safety Specialists: With 0-3 years experience seeking advancement in catering operations
- Nutrition Graduates: With food safety focus and regulatory compliance experience
- Entry-Level Professionals: Looking to build career in quality control and food safety
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