Atyab Farooj, a well-known name in Lebanon’s food service industry, is actively seeking a qualified and passionate Food Safety Specialist to join their team at the Hamra branch in Beirut. This part-time role is a fantastic opportunity for food science professionals and hygiene compliance specialists to apply their skills in a real-world restaurant environment — ensuring every meal served meets the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and regulatory compliance in Lebanon’s bustling food scene.
About Atyab Farooj — Lebanon’s Trusted Food Brand
Company: Atyab Farooj — established food service and restaurant brand in Lebanon
Location: Hamra Branch, Beirut — one of the city’s most vibrant commercial districts
Industry: Restaurant, food service, and catering operations
Focus: High food safety, hygiene, and customer satisfaction standards
Application: Send your CV via WhatsApp to +961 78 708 798
Why This Food Safety Role in Beirut Matters
Growing Demand: Food safety compliance roles are increasingly critical in Lebanon’s food service sector
Practical Experience: Real-world exposure to audits, inspections, documentation, and staff training
Flexible Commitment: Part-time schedule — ideal for graduates, freelancers, or working professionals
Career Foundation: Excellent stepping stone toward senior food safety and quality assurance careers in the MENA region
Position Overview
This Food Safety Specialist job in Hamra, Beirut is a practical, impactful role within Atyab Farooj’s restaurant operations. You will be responsible for monitoring food hygiene standards, conducting internal inspections and audits, maintaining compliance documentation, and delivering hands-on food safety training to kitchen and service staff. Whether you are a recent food science graduate in Lebanon looking to build real-world experience or an experienced food hygiene compliance professional seeking a flexible part-time position, this Hamra-based role offers genuine value and career development in the heart of Beirut.
Why This Role Matters: Food safety is not just a regulation — it is a commitment to every customer who walks through the door. As a Food Safety Specialist at Atyab Farooj Hamra, you will be the person who ensures that every ingredient is handled correctly, every surface is properly sanitized, every team member understands hygiene best practices, and every audit is passed with confidence. Your work directly protects consumer health, preserves brand reputation, and builds a strong culture of food safety excellence within one of Beirut’s most recognized restaurant brands.
Key Responsibilities
Food Safety Monitoring & Compliance
- Monitor and actively ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards across all restaurant operations at the Hamra branch
- Identify food safety risks and non-compliances in real time and take swift, effective corrective actions
- Ensure proper food handling, storage, preparation, and serving practices are consistently followed by all staff
- Support the implementation and continuous improvement of food safety management systems within the restaurant
Inspections & Internal Audits
- Conduct regular routine inspections of kitchen operations, storage areas, and food handling processes
- Perform structured internal food safety audits and document findings clearly and accurately
- Identify gaps in hygiene practices and put in place practical improvement measures without delay
- Prepare the Hamra branch for external audits and health authority inspections at all times
Documentation & Record Keeping
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date food safety records, checklists, temperature logs, and compliance documentation
- Ensure all standard operating procedures (SOPs) relevant to food safety are current, accessible, and followed
- Prepare clear and organized food safety reports for restaurant management as required
Staff Training & Food Safety Culture
- Train kitchen staff, food handlers, and service team members on proper food handling and hygiene best practices
- Conduct onboarding food safety sessions for new team members joining the Hamra branch
- Deliver regular refresher training to maintain high awareness and compliance standards among all employees
- Promote a positive and proactive food safety culture throughout the entire restaurant team
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Background
- Academic background in Food Science, Nutrition, Microbiology, Environmental Health, or a closely related field
- Formal training or certification in food safety, HACCP, or food hygiene is a strong advantage
Experience Requirements
- Previous practical experience in food safety within a restaurant, catering, or food service environment in Lebanon or the MENA region
- Demonstrated experience conducting food hygiene inspections, audits, and maintaining compliance documentation
Key Skills
- Strong working knowledge of food safety regulations and hygiene standards applicable to the Lebanese food service industry
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to maintain detailed records and manage multiple compliance tasks simultaneously
- Clear, confident communication skills for delivering effective staff training and reporting findings to management
- Detail-oriented, proactive mindset with genuine passion for food safety excellence and consumer protection
About Atyab Farooj & the Hamra Food Scene
Hamra is one of Beirut’s most energetic and culturally rich neighborhoods, home to a thriving restaurant scene that demands the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. Atyab Farooj is a trusted name in Lebanon’s food service industry, known for its commitment to quality ingredients and customer satisfaction. Joining their team as a Food Safety Specialist in Beirut means working with a brand that takes hygiene seriously — giving you the platform to make a genuine impact on consumer safety while advancing your career in Lebanon’s dynamic food industry.
Career Excellence: Launch or grow your food safety career in one of Hamra, Beirut Lebanon most established and food-safety-conscious restaurant brands.
Who Should Apply?
- Food Science Graduates: From Lebanese universities seeking hands-on food safety experience in a real restaurant environment
- Hygiene Compliance Officers: With restaurant or catering experience looking for a flexible part-time role in Hamra, Beirut
- Nutrition or Microbiology Graduates: With a passion for food safety and a background in hygiene standards and inspection
- Food Safety Auditors: Seeking a part-time position with a recognized Beirut food brand to complement their portfolio
- HACCP-Trained Professionals: With practical food service compliance experience and strong documentation skills
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