Food Safety Analyst at Hilton Worldwide

Job Description
Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You:

• Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work!
• As a Food Safety Analyst, you’re not just ensuring the upkeep and cleanliness of the hotel – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Here's what you'll do during a typical day:

• Conduct regular inspections of food preparation, storage, and service areas to ensure compliance with HACCP principles and food safety regulations
• Monitor and evaluate food handling practices, temperature controls, and sanitation procedures
• Collect and analyse food and environmental samples for microbiological and chemical contamination testing
• Investigate foodborne illness complaints, identify root causes and implement preventive measures
• Develop, update, and maintain food safety policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and documentation
• Train and educate food handlers and team members on proper hygiene practices, allergen management, and food safety protocols
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies (NAFDAC, Public Health department etc.) during audits and inspections
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, corrective actions, training sessions, and incident reports
• Assess supplier and vendor compliance with food safety standards and specifications
• Stay current with evolving food safety legislation, industry best practices, and emerging food safety risks
• Participate in food safety audits and certification processes 
• Respond to food safety emergencies and product recalls in a timely and effective manner.

What It Takes to Make the Stay
At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:

• Bachelor's Degree in food science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Public Health, Biology or related field
• Professional food safety certification (e.g., ISO 22000 or FSSC 22000 Lead/Internal Auditor’s certification, HACCP certification or equivalent)
• Must have 2-5 years of experience in food safety, quality assurance, or regulatory compliance within the food industry or hospitality industry
• Strong knowledge of local food safety requirements
• Proficiency in food safety management systems and risk assessment methodologies
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting and training purposes
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Physical ability to conduct inspections in various food production/preparation and service environments.