Assurecloud Food Auditor, Durban

Conduct Food Safety Inspections:

• Conduct regular on-site inspections of various food establishments, including restaurants, food processing facilities, retail stores, and other food-related premises.
• Evaluate food handling, preparation, storage, and sanitation practices to ensure compliance with legal and client specific requirements.

Audit Compliance:

• Verify that food establishments adhere to established food safety and hygiene guidelines, HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) principles, and industry standards.
• Review documentation and records related to food safety, such as temperature logs, cleaning schedules, employee training records, and pest control reports.
• Conduct detailed evaluations of food premises, procedures, and practices against predetermined standards.
• Conform to client-specific behaviour requirements during audits/visits.
• Confirm close-out of disputes where applicable.
• Fill in the Client Confirmation Slip on every audit.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare detailed reports based on inspections and audits, outlining findings, non-compliances, and recommended corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all inspections and follow-up actions.
• Comply with the required turn-around time as per client standard.

Training and Education:

• Conduct training sessions and workshops for food establishment staff on food safety best practices, proper hygiene procedures, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide guidance and support to food businesses to help them improve their food safety and hygiene practices.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Communicate inspection results and recommendations to relevant client representatives, management teams, and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with other food safety professionals to exchange information and stay updated on industry trends and best practices.

Stay Informed about Regulations:

• Keep abreast of the latest developments in food safety regulations and industry standards.
• Continuously update knowledge and skills to maintain expertise in the field.

Other:

• Ensure all equipment used during audits is clean and in good working condition.
• Obey all lawful instructions provided by managers.
• Must wear correct personal protective equipment (PPE).