Hygiene Manager

Organization- Hyatt Regency Lagos, Ikeja Summary We are looking for Hygiene Manager to join our pre-opening team at Hyatt Regency Lagos Ikeja Expected to open ending of 2026, ideally situated in the tranquil Ikeja GRA neighbourhood and just minutes from Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Hyatt Regency Lagos Ikeja combines effortless convenience with timeless elegance. Designed with both business and leisure travelers in mind, our welcoming atmosphere invites you to relax, connect, and thrive.

Hyatt Regency Lagos Ikeja is founded on openness, our colleagues consistently serve with open minds and open hearts to deliver unforgettable celebrations, effortless relaxation and notable culinary experiences alongside expert meetings and technology-enabled collaboration.

About The Role The Hygiene Manager is responsible for implementing, managing, and continuously improving all hygiene, sanitation, and food safety standards within the hotel. This role ensures compliance with Hyatt brand policies, HACCP principles, and local health regulations, while fostering a strong culture of cleanliness and safety across all F&B operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Food Safety & Hygiene Compliance
• Establish, implement, and maintain the hotel’s Food Safety Management System (FSMS) based on HACCP standards.
• Ensure all kitchens, outlets, bars, storage areas, and food production spaces comply with internal and external hygiene regulations.
• Conduct routine hygiene inspections and corrective action follow-up.
• Prepare for and manage all local government health inspections.
• Training & Development
• Design and deliver ongoing food safety, hygiene, and sanitation training for culinary and service staff.
• Maintain hygiene certification and training records for all team members.
• Coach department heads on best practices and ensure daily operational compliance.
• Quality Assurance & Monitoring
• Monitor food handling, storage temperatures, receiving processes, and personal hygiene practices.
• Verify that cleaning schedules (daily, weekly, deep cleaning) are executed as per standards.
• Validate sanitation of equipment, utensils, cold rooms, and workstations.
• Conduct microbiological swabbing/tests where required and track results.
• Documentation & Reporting
• Maintain all HACCP documentation, SOPs, checklists, and audit records.
• Prepare periodic hygiene reports for F&B leadership and hotel management.
• Lead internal hygiene audits and support third-party audits.
• Coordination & Communication
• Work closely with Executive Chef, F&B Director, Stewarding, Purchasing, and Engineering teams.
• Ensure chemicals, cleaning agents, PPE, and sanitation tools are safely used and properly stored.
• Participate in menu planning to ensure safe food preparation methods.
• Crisis & Incident Management
• Lead investigations of food-related incidents, guest complaints, or suspected contamination.
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans for food safety risks.
• Advise management on immediate corrective and preventive actions.

Qualifications Education & Experience

• Degree/diploma in Food Science, Microbiology, Hospitality Management, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of hygiene, food safety, or QA experience in a hotel, cruise, or food manufacturing environment.
• HACCP Level 3/4 or equivalent certification required.
• Experience with luxury or international hotel brands preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of HACCP, FSMS, ISO 22000, and local food safety laws.
• Excellent training and communication skills.
• Ability to conduct detailed audits and implement corrective actions.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with documentation, reporting, and compliance systems.

Personal Attributes

• High integrity and strong sense of responsibility.
• Proactive, process-driven, and safety-focused.
• Able to work independently and influence multiple departments.
• Calm and analytical in urgent situations.

Care Connects us at Hyatt - we open doors, we welcome you and we care. And we offer a great range of benefits, including:

• Long term career growth opportunities
• A motivated and connected team
• 12 complimentary nights (per year) in other Hyatt properties around the world as well as colleague rates and discounts
• And a company that truly cares