Emirates Group is hiring a Food Safety & Halal Compliance Specialist to join its Food Safety & Compliance team in Dubai, working internationally to evaluate the food safety and halal compliance of existing and potential food & beverage suppliers, ensuring globally recognised regulatory standards are met across the Emirates catering network.
Job Type at a Glance
Employment: Full-Time, Based in Dubai
Travel: Frequent international travel required for global audits
Salary: Attractive tax-free salary with travel and healthcare benefits
About the Role – Global Food Safety & Halal Auditing
Core Function: Evaluate food safety and halal compliance of global F&B suppliers
Audit Scope: Independent, fair, and thorough audits at Emirates F&B partners worldwide
Standards Focus: HACCP regulations and internationally recognised food safety principles
Recall Management: Manage the Emirates product recall process and lead recall mock exercises
Global Impact & Career Opportunity
Global Brand: Deliver the Emirates ‘Fly Better’ experience through world-class catering compliance
Diverse Workforce: Join an international organisation with employees from over 160 nationalities
Travel Exposure: Conduct audits across Emirates F&B partners around the world
Benefits Package: Tax-free salary, discounted flights, hotel stays, and healthcare
Position Overview
This Food Safety & Halal Compliance Specialist role works internationally to evaluate the food safety and halal compliance of all existing and potential Emirates food & beverage suppliers and their products. You will schedule and conduct global audits, develop and update food safety and Halal compliance manuals, maintain the supplier self-assessment questionnaire in line with HACCP regulations, deliver technical training to stakeholders, and manage the Emirates product recall process as a key member of the recall team.
Why This Role Matters: As Food Safety & Halal Compliance Specialist you safeguard the food safety and halal integrity of one of the world’s leading airlines, conduct international audits across a truly global supplier network, shape food safety policy and training that reaches every part of the catering operation, play a pivotal role in crisis-ready product recall management, and enjoy a tax-free salary with generous travel and healthcare benefits based in Dubai.
Key Responsibilities
Global Audit Planning & Execution
- Schedule, plan, and prepare the annual work programme for food safety and halal compliance audits of Emirates F&B partners globally
- Conduct independent, fair, and thorough food safety and Halal audits adhering to internationally recognised auditing principles
Compliance Documentation & Standards
- Develop and update the EK food safety and Halal compliance manuals
- Develop and maintain the EK-designed supplier self-assessment questionnaire in accordance with HACCP regulations
- Ensure annual supplier completion and follow up on corrective actions
- Review, approve, and maintain all ingredient declarations in the catering management system
Stakeholder Engagement & Training
- Conduct regular presentations to key stakeholders on legislative changes
- Develop and deliver technical training on the EK food safety program, GMPs, pest control, hygiene, and Halal compliance
- Liaise with EK Group Legal, Customer Affairs, and Insurance on food safety-related cases
- Investigate and respond to queries from EK Internal Audit and Dubai Municipality inspectors
Performance Analysis & Recall Management
- Identify supplier performance trends and recommend improvements to catering leadership
- Maintain accuracy of food safety and Halal documentation, incidents, and corrective actions
- Manage the EK defined product recall process as a pivotal recall team member
- Carry out regular product recall mocks and keep the recall register up to date
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Completed Degree or Honours (12+3 or equivalent) in Science
- A degree in Microbiology, Biological Sciences, or Environmental Health is an asset
Certification Requirements
- Internationally recognised Food Safety and Halal Internal or Lead Auditor Qualification
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 5+ years of experience conducting Internal and External Food Safety and Quality Audits
- 5+ years of experience in Food & Beverage, Manufacturing, or Catering industries
- Experience in food manufacturing, catering, and food safety in a laboratory environment
- Experience in In-Flight Services or In-Flight Catering is considered an asset
Essential Skills
- Completed professional/operational training at an advanced level
- Excellent standard of written and spoken English
- Self-motivated
- Ability to travel internationally frequently for duty
About Emirates Group
Emirates Group’s Food Safety & Compliance team plays a vital role in delivering the Emirates ‘Fly Better’ experience, overseeing food and non-food functions including catering, equipment, and amenities for in-flight dining and special events. As part of Service Delivery operations, this team makes crucial decisions that enhance the customer experience across Emirates’ growing global brand. Based in Dubai, Emirates offers an international organisation with employees from over 160 nationalities, along with an attractive tax-free salary, discounted flights, hotel stays, and a strong leave and healthcare package.
Career Excellence: Safeguard global food safety and halal standards for one of the world’s most iconic airlines.
Who Should Apply?
- Food Safety Auditors: With 5+ years of international or lead auditor experience
- Halal Compliance Specialists: Certified in Halal auditing standards
- Microbiology/Science Graduates: With laboratory and food safety background
- Catering & Manufacturing Professionals: Experienced in F&B or in-flight catering environments
- Global Travelers: Comfortable with frequent international audit travel
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