Hafsa Tahir

Highly motivated and detail-oriented Food Safety Professional with extensive experience in food safety inspection, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and Halal standards. Skilled in implementing HACCP, GMP, sanitation, and food safety management systems to ensure compliance with national and international regulations. Experienced in conducting inspections, audits, sampling, enforcement actions, staff training, and quality monitoring.

Strong ability to work in fast-paced environments while maintaining high standards of food safety, operational excellence, and public health protection.

ASSISTANT FOOD SAFETY OFFICER at PUNJAB FOOD AUTHORITY (2025-01 – Present)

• Conducted inspections of food establishments to ensure compliance with national and international standards
• Monitored food handling practices, storage conditions, hygiene, sanitation, and temperature controls to maintain food safety standards
• Collected and documented samples of food for laboratory testing and quality analysis
• Identified non-compliance and enforced corrective actions through improvement notices, fines, product confiscation, and sealing orders
• Supervised food business operators during production, processing, packaging, storage, and distribution activities
• Investigated consumer complaints related to food adulteration, contamination, mislabeling, and expired products
• Conducted enforcement raids against adulterated, unsafe, and substandard food items
• Prepared detailed inspection reports, legal notices, and documentation for court proceedings
• Delivered food safety awareness sessions and on-site training to food handlers and business owners
• Coordinated with laboratory personnel, legal departments, and enforcement teams to ensure effective regulatory action
• Maintained accurate inspection records and updated digital compliance and reporting systems

SENIOR EXECUTIVE FOOD & SAFETY at DEVSINC (PVT) LTD (2023-03 – 2025-01)

• Training and implementation of food safety and hygiene standards
• Inspection of all raw materials and final products
• Ensure that the organization complies with all relevant food safety laws and standards
• Conduct regular audits to ensure adherence to quality and safety standards
• Evaluate and monitor the safety practices of food suppliers
• Establish and maintain relationships with reputable suppliers who meet safety standards
• Develop and implement procedures for handling food safety incidents
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records related to food safety practices
• Address inquiries and concerns related to food safety

ASSISTANT RESTAURANT MANAGER at MDS FOODS (PVT) LTD (HARDEE'S PAKISTAN) (2022-02 – 2023-02)

• Implement food safety protocols and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Team training and certification on food safety and hygiene standards
• Recruit, train, and supervise restaurant staff, including servers, chefs, and kitchen assistants
• Schedule shifts and allocate responsibilities to ensure adequate staffing levels and smooth service
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and implement corrective actions as needed
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage budgets to optimize cost efficiency
• Ensure exceptional customer service by addressing customer inquiries, concerns, and complaints in a timely and professional manner
• Uphold high standards of food quality, presentation, and taste through regular inspections and staff training
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, including revenue, expenses, and profitability
• Experienced in handling POS (Point of Sale) systems for billing, cash handling, order processing, and daily sales reporting with accuracy and efficiency

SHIFT MANAGER at MDS FOODS (PVT) LTD (HARDEE'S PAKISTAN) (2021-02 – 2022-02)

• Supervised daily restaurant operations to ensure efficient service and smooth workflow
• Managed and coordinated front-of-house and back-of-house staff
• Assigned duties to team members in line with SOPs and quality standards
• Delivered excellent customer service and resolved guest concerns professionally
• Maintained cleanliness, hygiene, and organization of dining and service areas
• Ensured timely and accurate order processing and service delivery
• Trained new staff on restaurant policies, procedures, and service standards
• Managed inventory levels and coordinated supply ordering
• Monitored cash handling and ensured accurate transactions
• Ensured compliance with food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and health code
• Experienced in handling POS (Point of Sale) systems for billing, cash handling, order processing, and daily sales reporting with accuracy and efficiency

INTERNEE at ASIAN FOODS (MAYFAIR) LAHORE (2019-01 – 2019-12)

• Production Management
• Production Control
• Production gaps
• Queries related production

INTERNEE at COCA-COLA BEVERAGES, LAHORE (2019-01 – 2019-12)

• Water and waste water Treatments
• Beverage Analysis
• Different tests performed in each section (TSS, TDS, Total alkalinity test, Residual chlorine test, Ph. of water, Water hardness, Turbidity test)
• Optimization of CIP Process

INTERNEE at ENGRO FOODS, SAHIWAL (2018-01 – 2018-12)

• Microbiological tests (TPC, MBRT, Somatic Cell Count, Antibiotics, Yeast and mold)
• Water tests (TSS, TDS, Total alkalinity test, Residual chlorine test, Ph. of water, Water hardness, Turbidity test)
• Raw milk test (Quality tests, Adulteration tests, organoleptic evaluation)

M.Sc. (Hons.) in Food Technology – University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (2019-01 – 2021-12)

B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture Food Science and Technology – University of the Punjab, Lahore (2015-01 – 2019-12)