AmRest is the largest independent restaurant operator in Central and Eastern Europe. Since 1993 we've been building a portfolio of well recognized power brands such as Pizza Hut, KFC and Starbucks based on solid franchise and joint venture partnerships. We offer a great guest experience, and we make the same commitment to our employees by providing continuous development and career opportunities in a rewarding, friendly and people-focused work environment where you won’t find anywhere else. Now we are looking for a passionate and energetic person to take the position of:

Food Safety Specialist without experience Place of work: Sofia, Bulgaria

Responsibilities:

• Creates and implements FS standards, policies within region in compliance with local regulations and AmRest's standards
• Manages FS related external services (PC service, Microbiological testing program, cleaning chemicals program, etc.) in region
• Reports brands FS KPIs
• Supports FS related crisis management in region
• Manages brand projects related to food safety in region and manages/supports global FS projects.
• Act as an expert in solving issues/unconformities found by local FS related inspections/authorities
• Support restaurants/stores in achieving best audits performance in food safety part.
• Responsible for franchisors and franchisees cooperation in terms of FS in brands in region

Requirements:

• Fluency in English, both written and spoken
• Driving license Cat. B – openness for traveling
• The position requires GMP/GHP/ HACCP certification/training or background. BRC/IFS/FSCC2200 training/certification or microbiological training/background will be an advantage
• University Degree (Any of the following will be an advantage: Food Technology / Human Nutrition and Consumer Sciences / Food Chemistry - specializations Food Hygiene or Food Gastronomy)
• Have excellent listening and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Ability and desire to influence others with tact and skill
• Ability to provide clear and constructive feedback in a positive manner
• Thrives in an autonomous working environment
• Ability to organize and prioritize work based on urgency, efficiency, and other factors
• Experience in any profession related to the Food Safety Industry will be an advantage
• Experience with microbiological analysis will be an advantage
• Experience with principles of statistical sampling and control in the food industry will be an advantage.

Our promise:

• To be a partner of a fast-developing organization (member of international group)
• A unique culture of openness and customer focus.
• Cooperation with strong, international team & brands.
• Accelerated professional and personal development driven by meaningful challenges
• Dynamic environment with prospect of no dull moments

If you are ready for a new challenge and open to support strong international brands like KFC, Burger King and Starbucks in a friendly and people-focused work environment, please send your CV in English with your gross salary expectation