Food Technologist

AlFuttaim

Job Title
Food Technologist Al-Futtaim Group Dubai, UAE
Job Description
Food Technologist Al-Futtaim Group Dubai, UAE

Location: United Arab Emirates
Location: Dubai
Industry: Food & Beverages
Function: Quality Assurance
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Preferred Location: Any
Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview
Al-Futtaim Group is seeking a Food Technologist to ensure compliance with Marks & Spencer (M&S) standards and local food safety regulations across its food operations in Dubai. The role focuses on quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement to guarantee safe, high-quality food products and processes. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting audits, governance reviews, and operational safety measures.

Core Duties

* Lead food safety governance by monitoring KPIs including complaints, audits, and product testing outcomes
* Ensure full compliance of product labeling with M&S requirements and local regulatory standards
* Conduct horizon scanning to anticipate and adapt to changes in food safety laws and industry practices
* Maintain and improve compliance across hospitality operations, covering cleaning procedures, allergen control, and Product Process Guidelines (PPGs)
* Oversee manufacturing and operational processes to ensure compliance with M&S and local food safety frameworks
* Support technical audits, review depot and store operations, and implement corrective actions where needed
* Collaborate with Technical Services Leads and other food technologists to align operations with international best practices
* Prepare and submit reports on compliance, risks, and improvement opportunities for leadership review

Candidate Requirements

* Degree or diploma in Food Technology, Food Science, Microbiology, or a related discipline
* Minimum 4 5 years of professional experience in food safety, quality assurance, or compliance within FMCG, retail, or hospitality sectors
* Solid knowledge of UAE food safety laws and international regulatory frameworks
* Experience conducting audits and managing compliance processes
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
* Effective communication skills with ability to collaborate across departments
* Proactive and adaptable professional with the ability to handle multiple priorities

Why Join Us

* Competitive tax-free salary in AED with performance incentives
* Comprehensive health and life insurance coverage
* Paid annual leave with travel allowance to home country
* Professional growth and training opportunities across Al-Futtaim s businesses
* Exposure to international retail and food safety practices through global partnerships
* Work in a collaborative environment committed to innovation, compliance, and excellence