Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA) Lead at KenRicana Group

JOB SUMMARY:

The Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA) lead will be responsible for overseeing and maintaining the Food Safety Management program, GMP polices, SOPs and procedures of the company. This role will oversee the activities of the kitchen production teams, ensuring adherence to established food safety guidelines, regulatory and legal requirements.

Candidate must have a Bachelor's Degree in Food Science or a related field.

Candidate must reside within the following areas in Lagos Mainland - Ojo, Egbeda, Festac, Ikotun

FULL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, establish and implement quality control procedures, GMPs and guidelines to ensure compliance with food safety regulations and industry standards.
• Maintain the Food Safety Management system.
• Conduct regular internal audits of food preparation areas, storage facilities, and equipment to ensure cleanliness, hygiene, and adherence to food safety protocols, in the production and mobile kitchens.
• Monitor and evaluate food handling and preparation processes in the production kitchen and mobile kitchen, to identify potential risks and areas for improvement, as well as ensure compliance to established standards.
• Collaborate with the management team to develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to food safety and quality assurance.
• Train, retrain and educate employees on food safety practices, including proper handling, storage, and sanitation procedures.
• Issues corrective actions for non-conformance to established GMPs or food safety processes.
• Coordinate with external agencies, such as health departments or third-party auditors, for inspections and certification renewals.
• Investigate and address customer complaints related to food quality or food safety concerns.
• Maintain accurate documentation of quality control activities, including inspection reports, corrective actions, and training records.
• Develop a monthly written report/trend analysis for management with details of food safety and quality issues, trends, corrective actions and preventive actions taken.
• Other responsibilities as assigned

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum one (1) year work experience post-NYSC.
• Relevant work experience in food safety and quality assurance in the food service industry is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of food safety management systems, such as HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points), and Prerequisite programs and knowledge of local health department guidelines.
• Excellent understanding of food handling, storage, and sanitation practices.
• Strong attention to detail, problem solving skills, and ability to identify potential risks or deviations from quality standards.
• Excellent supervisory, communication, training and interpersonal skills.
• Strong writing skills and ability to create detailed reports
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Good, statistical, analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Proficient in using computer software and tools for documentation and record-keeping.
• Certification in a relevant food safety course is a plus.