Hygiene Officer

Role summary

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The Hygiene Officer is responsible for maintaining high food-safety, sanitation and hygiene standards across the resort. Requirements typically include experience in hotel, hospitality, food safety or public-health operations, knowledge of HACCP principles and Malaysian hygiene regulations, strong inspection and reporting skills, and the ability to train staff. The successful candidate is expected to conduct regular hygiene audits, monitor food handling and storage, check cleaning procedures, maintain accurate records, investigate non-compliance and support corrective actions. Good communication, attention to detail, professional integrity and the ability to work with kitchen, restaurant, housekeeping and engineering teams are essential. Relevant food-safety certification or formal training is advantageous.

About the employer

The Westin Desaru Coast Resort is a luxury beachfront resort in Desaru Coast, Johor, operated under Marriott International’s Westin Hotels & Resorts brand. Westin focuses on wellbeing through its signature sleep, fitness, nutrition and relaxation experiences, creating an environment designed to help guests feel their best while travelling. The resort offers accommodation, dining, wellness facilities, recreation and event services, serving leisure travellers, families, groups and business guests. As part of Marriott International, employees may benefit from structured training, international hospitality standards, career development opportunities and associate travel programmes, subject to eligibility. The property’s coastal location and resort operations create opportunities across food and beverage, culinary, housekeeping, guest services, engineering, wellness, events and administration. Hygiene roles are particularly important in protecting guest wellbeing and maintaining consistent standards across kitchens, restaurants and public areas.

Working in Malaysia

Malaysia offers varied hospitality opportunities in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Langkawi, Johor, Sabah and Sarawak, with resorts, hotels, restaurants, wellness businesses and tourism operators regularly hiring. Desaru Coast is on Malaysia’s southeastern mainland rather than an island, but nearby destinations include Tioman, Langkawi and the Riau Islands across the border. The culture is multicultural, with Malay, Chinese, Indian and Indigenous influences; English is commonly used in tourism workplaces. Resort life is generally relaxed, outdoors-oriented and community-based, with beaches, nature activities and local food nearby, although transport can be limited outside major towns. Foreign employees normally require an employer-sponsored Employment Pass or other approved work authorisation before starting work. Employers usually assist with applications, but requirements vary by nationality and position. Candidates should confirm accommodation, transport, insurance, medical checks and relocation costs in the employment contract.