Food Auditor

Work Location: Makati (Full Onsite)

Work Setup: Monday to Friday (8am-5pm)

Role Overview:

The Food Auditor is responsible for conducting third-party audits and delivering food safety training programs to ensure client compliance with relevant standards and regulations. This role involves performing full audit cycles, preparing documentation, and engaging with clients, primarily within the food production, catering, or hospitality sectors.

Qualifications:

• Holds a bachelor's degree in Food Technology, Chemistry, or a closely related discipline in food or biosciences.
• With 5* years of full-time experience* in a food chain or food-manufacturing related industry, primarily managing quality assurance or food safety roles in food production, retail, inspection, or manufacturing.
• With relevant work experience within the food service, catering, or hotel operations industries.
• Must have people management or leadership experience.
• Completed an IRCA/JRCA Certified Lead Auditor Course (preferred)
• Proficient English language, both written and verbal communications.

Job Description

• Responsible for conducting and completing third-party audit cycles and delivering designated training programs, particularly in the area of Food Safety.
• Executes the full audit cycle, acting either as an audit team member or team leader, in line with applicable standards and regulatory requirements.
• Performs a comprehensive desk review of the client's management system prior to audits.
• Prepares an audit checklist and itinerary to serve as a reference during on-site audits.
• Carries out on-site audits in accordance with defined procedures and protocols.
• Finalizes and submits the complete audit package following each engagement.
• Handles client inquiries regarding the standards and systems for which the auditor is qualified.
• Customizes training materials when required and conducts training programs as assigned by the department.
• Provides coaching and constructive feedback to auditors who are undergoing training or are under supervision.
• Takes on other related tasks that support departmental goals or contribute to personal or professional development, as directed by a supervisor.
• Completes audit reports and keeps client documentation updated, including forms such as kick sheets.
• Maintains the highest standards of professional conduct and ethics, aligned with the organization's Code of Integrity.

Quality, Health, Safety, Environment, and Energy (QHSEE) Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a strong commitment to QHSEE policies, procedures, and work guidelines by actively engaging in meetings, training, and company initiatives.
• Responds promptly and appropriately to emergency situations, supporting team members in ensuring preparedness for workplace emergencies.
• Ensures safe disposal of waste in compliance with regulatory and environmental management requirements.
• Reports all incidents, near misses, and hazards in accordance with the organization's incident management procedures.
• Uses all tools and equipment—including safety gear—correctly and responsibly, and reports any loss or damage to immediate supervisors.
• Keeps the work environment organized and compliant with the company's 5S program.
• Maintains awareness of workplace hazards and environmental risks, and suggests corrective actions to supervisors or QHSEE coordinators.
• Participates in risk assessments and incident investigations as required by management.
• Supports the effective implementation of the QHSEE Management System.
• Understands and respects the consequences of non-compliance with internal policies, procedures, and legal obligations.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to Php40,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Makati: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Have you completed a Lead Auditor Course certified by IRCA or JRCA? If yes, please specify the training course and training provider. (Preferred)
• Please indicate your expected salary.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Working in FNB, HORECA, or manufacturing: 3 years (Required)
• Food Auditor or QA/QC: 5 years (Required)
• Leadership / People management: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person