Hygiene Manager

Set along the dazzling Bosphorus waterfront in the historic district of Karaköy, The Peninsula Istanbul provides a showcase for both vibrant Turkish culture and superlative hospitality within Galataport, a new waterfront revitalisation project. The hotel is comprised of four exquisite buildings – three of them historic and beautifully restored – and welcomes guests arriving by land or sea.

• An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile hotel in Istanbul.
• The Peninsula Hotels espouses luxury service, dedication to our customers, and commitment to our employees. 
• Be a part of the highly experienced team.

Key accountabilities

• Manages and directs Guest and Employees safety in line with government regulations pertaining to COVID-19. Eg. Ensuring social distancing is enforced. 
• Ensures that all Hygiene, Sanitation and Food Safety policies are being implemented, understood, routinely assessed, improved upon and well-maintained through a solid document control & audit system.  Scope of audits to include all operational departments and physical areas of the hotel    where guests or employees are present.  
• Ensures all food and beverages prepared and served to both guests and employees comply with the highest levels of food safety in compliance with local regulations and international best practice.
• Conducts regular inspections or testing in key areas to assess and monitor the effectiveness of the implemented policies and procedures. Reports findings to MD/HM, including the ones obtained by third party labs, with preventive actions to be taken.
• Conducts regular audits with the Procurement Team to assess hygiene and sanitation compliance of suppliers and third-party vendors and conducts and develops required health, hygiene and food safety in-house training sessions for each department in coordination with the Learning and  Development Department.
• Researches and recommends new and updated systems and innovations in Hygiene, Sanitation and Food Safety and carries out ad-hoc projects as specified by management.
• Establishes and maintains relationship with local health authorities and establishes a Health, Sanitation & Food Safety Committee and arranges meetings on a monthly basis.

General requirements

• Solid understanding of hygiene and sanitation practices.
• Good knowledge in using chemicals and Sanitation Standard Operating Procedure (SSOP)
• At least 3 years of relevant working experience in similar capacity as Health & Hygiene Manager.
• Diploma in Food Science / Chemistry / Biology / Biochemistry / Microbiology and equivalent work experience.
• Ability to train, coach and influence people at all levels.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow up skills.
• Proficient in English and Turkish.

We would be delighted to receive your CV and will liaise directly with suitable applicants.
 

About The Peninsula Istanbul

Set along the dazzling Bosphorus waterfront in the historic district of Karaköy, The Peninsula Istanbul provides a showcase for both vibrant Turkish culture and superlative hospitality within Galataport, a new waterfront revitalisation project. The hotel is comprised of four exquisite buildings, three of them historic and beautifully restored – and welcomes guests arriving by land or sea.