QHSE Manager

About This Role

Job Summary

The QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety & Environment) Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining food safety, hygiene, health & safety, and environmental management systems across all restaurant, café, and catering operations. The role ensures full compliance with UAE regulatory requirements and international standards, while promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities1. Quality & Food Safety Management

• Implement and monitor food safety systems based on HACCP principles.
• Ensure compliance with UAE food safety regulations and municipality requirements.
• Conduct regular audits across outlets, central kitchens, and catering sites.
• Monitor food handling, storage, temperature control, and hygiene practices.
• Manage pest control programs and supplier quality standards.

2. Health & Safety Compliance

• Develop and enforce health & safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with UAE labor laws and safety regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement corrective actions.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near-misses, and prepare reports.
• Ensure proper use of PPE and safe work practices.

3. Environmental Management

• Promote sustainability initiatives such as waste reduction and recycling.
• Monitor water, energy usage, and waste disposal practices.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations in the UAE.

4. Training & Awareness

• Conduct regular training sessions on food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety.
• Ensure all staff are certified (e.g., Food Safety Level 2/3 as required).
• Develop training materials and maintain training records.

5. Audit & Compliance

• Lead internal and external audits (municipality inspections, third-party audits).
• Ensure outlets are always audit-ready.
• Maintain documentation for ISO standards (ISO 22000, ISO 45001, ISO 14001 if applicable).
• Coordinate with government authorities during inspections.

6. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain QHSE manuals, SOPs, checklists, and records.
• Prepare periodic reports on compliance, incidents, and improvements.
• Track KPIs related to quality, safety, and environmental performance.

7. Continuous Improvement

• Identify gaps and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and best practices.
• Support new outlet openings with QHSE setup and compliance.

RequirementsEducation

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Environmental Health, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field.

Experience

• Minimum 5–8 years of QHSE experience in:
• Restaurants / Café chains
• Catering companies / Central kitchens
• Strong experience in UAE regulations and municipality inspections.
• Proven experience handling multi-branch operations.

Certifications (Preferred / Required)

• HACCP Certification (mandatory)
• Food Safety Level 3 or equivalent
• NEBOSH / IOSH (Health & Safety)
• ISO Lead Auditor (ISO 22000 / 45001 / 14001 preferred)

Mandatory

• UAE Driving License

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED7,000.00 - AED12,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person