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Safety Environment & Quality Control Officer Job at Quality Foods Africa

Quality Foods Africa is building quality fast and nutritious food businesses, with a pan African ambition. Our business model is based on bringing leading international quick service brands to Africa and ensuring their commercial success, a strategy that unites customers, shareholders, franchisors and our staff.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Safety Environment & Quality Control Officer

Job Location: Lagos
Job type: Full time

Job Summary


  • We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive HSE/Quality Control Officer to oversee health, safety, and food quality compliance across our multi-brand quick service restaurant (QSR) outlets. 
  • This role ensures that all operational activities align with health, safety, and quality regulations while maintaining excellent food safety standards. 
  • The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food safety, HACCP principles, and workplace safety regulations in the hospitality/QSR sector.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and monitor Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies in compliance with local and international food safety standards.
  • Ensure adherence to HACCP, ISO 22000, NAFDAC, SON, and other food safety guidelines across all locations.
  • Conduct regular audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate safety hazards.
  • Monitor food handling, preparation, and storage processes to ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Train staff on best practices in food hygiene, safety procedures, and workplace hazard prevention.
  • Investigate incidents, food complaints, or non-compliance issues, providing reports and corrective action plans.
  • Work closely with store managers and kitchen staff to maintain product quality consistency.
  • Keep up-to-date with industry regulations and ensure compliance with government and regulatory bodies.
  • Coordinate emergency response procedures and ensure all staff are aware of safety protocols.
  • Maintain records of inspections, incidents, training, and compliance reports for audits and management review.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the QSR, hospitality, or food production industry.
  • Strong knowledge of HACCP, ISO 22000, OSHA, and local food safety laws.
  • Experience conducting audits, risk assessments, and quality control checks.
  • Certification in HSE, Food Safety, or Quality Management is an added advantage.
  • Excellent communication and training skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
  • Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple outlets simultaneously.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@qfafrica.com using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.