Food Safety Officer at a Fine-Dining Restaurant - MBS Consulting

MBS Consulting - Our client, a Fine-Dining Restaurant, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Food Safety Officer

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Department: Kitchen / Quality Assurance
Reports To: Head Chef / Restaurant Manager
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Food Safety Officer is responsible for ensuring that all food served in the restaurant meets the highest standards of hygiene, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• The officer oversees food handling, storage, preparation, and service processes to maintain fine-dining quality, prevent contamination, and ensure an exceptional guest experience.

Key Responsibilities
Food Safety Compliance:

• Ensure full compliance with national food safety regulations (e.g., HACCP, ISO standards).
• Develop, implement, and maintain food safety policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct routine inspections of kitchen areas, storage units, cold rooms, and food handling processes.

Monitoring & Quality Control:

• Monitor food temperatures, storage conditions, shelf life, and expiry dates.
• Ensure proper labeling, rotation (FIFO), and safe preservation of all food items.
• Oversee cleaning and sanitization schedules for kitchen equipment and surfaces.

Staff Training:

• Train kitchen and service staff on hygiene practices, food handling, and safety procedures.
• Conduct refresher training and maintain training records.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of inspections, incident reports, temperature logs, and cleaning schedules.
• Prepare monthly food safety reports for management review.
• Manage non-compliance issues and follow up on corrective actions.

Audit & Risk Management:

• Lead internal food safety audits and support external audits.
• Identify potential food safety risks and implement preventative measures.
• Ensure pest control procedures are up-to-date and effective.

Coordination & Communication:

• Work closely with chefs, restaurant managers, and suppliers to ensure high-quality, safe food sourcing and handling.
• Communicate safety requirements to all team members clearly and professionally.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Nutrition, Hospitality Management, or related field.
• Certification in food safety (HACCP, ISO 22000, ServSafe, or equivalent) required.
• 2–3 years of experience in food safety or quality assurance, preferably in a fine-dining or hospitality environment.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP principles, food laws, and hygiene standards.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent knowledge of food hygiene and safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and high ethical standards.
• Ability to train and influence staff at all levels.
• Good communication and reporting skills.
• Strong problem-solving ability and risk-assessment skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Working Conditions:

• Requires presence in the kitchen and storage areas for long periods.
• Flexible to work weekends, holidays, and peak restaurant hours.
• Requires the use of protective wear and adherence to hygiene protocols.

Salary
N150,000 - N180,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
30th November, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their cv and application letter to: hrm.mbsconsultingservices@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.