Tony G

Food safety officer

Russian cafe and Resturant Qatar • Full time

Dec 2017 - Present • 8 yrs 7 mos

Worked as a Food Safety Officer in a Russian-style café, ensuring full compliance with food safety standards, hygiene regulations, and quality control across all food preparation and service operations. Managed safety protocols for traditional Russian menu items including hot beverages, fermented drinks, baked goods, and ready-to-eat meals. Key Responsibilities: Implemented and monitored HACCP-based food safety systems across kitchen operations Conducted daily hygiene inspections for staff, equipment, and food contact surfaces Ensured safe handling of high-risk foods such as dairy-based desserts, мясо fillings, and fermented beverages (e.g., kvass) Developed and enforced Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for food preparation, storage, and serving Monitored temperature control (chilling, freezing, hot holding) to prevent microbial growth Managed cross-contamination prevention strategies, especially for raw and cooked foods Supervised cleaning and sanitation schedules Conducted staff training sessions on food safety, personal hygiene, and allergen awareness Maintained documentation and audit records for compliance and inspection