Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Websites
Certification
LANGUAGE
References
Hobbies and Interests
Projects
Volunteer Experience
Affiliations
Training
APPRENTICESHIP
Timeline
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ABID HUSSAIN

ABID HUSSAIN

TABUK,KSA

Summary

Accomplished quality assurance professional with extensive experience in leading ISO 22000 and ISO 9001 certifications for BAAN Catering, ensuring compliance through rigorous audits. Proven track record in conducting successful audits with NEOM, ALFANAR, ALFA, and QANTARA clients, alongside delivering over 100 food safety and hygiene trainings to diverse teams. Expertise in implementing HACCP protocols and reducing defects by 12% at SAMRAH Enterprises. Strong skills in supplier quality management, GMP compliance, customer complaint resolution, and proficient use of Microsoft Office, SolidWorks, SAP, and ORACLE. Committed to advancing operational excellence within the catering industry.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Assistant QHSE/Food Safety Manager

BAAN Catering Group
NEOM
08.2024 - 09.2025
  • Led 3rd Party Certification Audit for ISO 22000:2018 and ISO 9001:2015, achieving successful certification with zero major non-conformities.
  • Implemented and monitored HACCP, ISO 9001, and ISO 22000 standards across NRC-26 and NRC25 catering operations.
  • Conducted routine audits and inspections of kitchens, driving corrective and preventive actions.
  • Performed risk assessments to identify hazards and enforced control measures for safe operations.
  • Delivered regular training sessions on food safety and hygiene, enhancing compliance and staff performance.
  • Oversaw incident investigations, implementing corrective actions and preparing compliance reports.
  • Promoted sustainability initiatives in waste management, energy efficiency, and hazardous material disposal.
  • Collaborated with client representatives during audits to ensure 100% compliance with NEOM and SFDA requirements.

DEPUTY MANAGER QA/QC

SAMRAH Enterprises
Lahore
12.2021 - 06.2024
  • Developed and implemented quality objectives, policies, and procedures.
  • Led the QHSE team and organized site operations.
  • Supervised the production process to ensure the product quality and safety.
  • Collaborated with suppliers on quality specifications for raw materials.
  • Resolved customer complaints and non-conformances with corrective actions.

FOOD SAFETY TRAINING SPECIALIST

Al-Arkkan Training Centre
Makkah
08.2019 - 09.2021
  • Delivered food safety training programs (Levels 1, 2 & 3) for food handlers, ensuring compliance with international standards.
  • Conducted public health and hygiene training sessions, promoting best practices in safety and sanitation.
  • Facilitated practical training modules to strengthen trainees’ hands-on understanding and application of concepts.
  • Updated training content in line with latest international guidelines and regulatory requirements.
  • Supported the Centre Manager in planning, coordinating, and managing training sessions.

QA/QC SUPERVISOR/FOOD SAFETY OFFICER

Bundu Khan Foods
Lahore
02.2017 - 08.2019
  • Supervised a team of 6, ensuring compliance with ISO, HACCP, and food safety standards.
  • Assisted in developing quality control procedures, work instructions, and manuals.
  • Trained workers on food safety and hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with regulatory agencies and participated in inspections to ensure compliance.
  • Conducted root cause analysis and implemented corrective actions for quality issues.
  • Conducted testing of raw material and finished good to ensure food safety.
  • Contributed to the development and implementation of training programs on quality, safety, and GMPs.
  • Enforced strict sanitation and hygiene protocols to minimize contamination risks.
  • Prepared the premises for external food safety audits and inspections.

FOOD SAFETY OFFICER/QUALITY CONTROLLER

Khawaja Sweets & Bakers
Jhang
07.2015 - 09.2016
  • Conducted quality and safety testing of raw materials at consignment reception to ensure compliance with food safety standards.
  • Monitored and enforced personal hygiene practices and sanitation across production facilities.
  • Maintained detailed documentation and reporting to support audits and regulatory inspections i.e Punjab Food Authority (PFA).
  • Implemented HACCP principles and monitored Critical Control Points (CCPs) to prevent contamination risks.
  • Delivered staff training on hygiene and food safety, enhancing awareness and compliance.

Education

M.Phil./M.Sc. (Hons) - Food Sciences (Engineering & Technology)

University of Agriculture Faisalabad (Pakistan) & Mahasarakham University (Thailand)
09.2015 - 03.2018

B.Sc. (Hons) - Food Engineering

University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (Punjab, Pakistan)
09.2011 - 06.2015

Skills

  • Successfully led BAAN Catering to achieve ISO 22000 & ISO 9001 certifications through 3rd Party Audit
  • Led successful 2nd Party Audits with NEOM, ALFANAR, ALFA and QANTARA clients
  • Conducted 20 internal and external audits (ISO 9001, ISO 22000, HACCP)
  • Delivered 100 food safety & hygiene trainings to multicultural teams
  • Implemented ISO 22000 & HACCP protocols in catering operations ensuring 100% compliance
  • Reduced defects by 12% through QA projects at SAMRAH Enterprises
  • Strong experience in supplier quality, GMP compliance, and customer complaint resolution
  • Microsoft Office, Spreadsheet, SolidWorks, Balance Sheets, SAP, ORACLE

Websites

Certification

  • PEC Registered Engineer
  • ISO 9001:2015 (QMS) LA
  • ISO 22000:2018 (FSSC) LA
  • Food safety level 4 – Catering
  • HACCP level 4- Catering
  • Food safety level 3 - Catering
  • HACCP level 3 -Manufacturing
  • Food Allergen Management level 3 – Catering
  • Lean Six Sigma
  • First Aid
  • Fire Fighter
  • Proven record of ensuring compliance with GMP, 5S, Halal, HACCP, ISO, and Food Safety standards.
  • Certified trainer delivering ISO, HACCP, and food safety training programs to multi-cultural teams.

LANGUAGE

English – C1 (Advanced)
Arabic – B1 (Intermediate)
Urdu – C2 (Proficient / Native)

References

Will be furnished on demand.

Hobbies and Interests

Travelling, Hiking, Exploring new cultures & persons

Projects

HABC Approved Trainer., Achieved ISO 22000:2018 and ISO 9001:2015 certification for BAAN Catering by leading 3rd Party Audit in 2025., Received International Student scholarship (Inbound Scholarship Thailand), 2016., Successfully completed the PFAS survey for the assigned region of Pakistan (2023-24), Case Studies of Small-Medium Food Enterprises around the World: Major Constraints and Benefits from the Implementation of Food Safety Management Systems (2022-23), Urdu Translation of COVID-19 RESTAURANTS Guidance & Best Practices (2020), Student of the Year (2016)., Won International Scholarship., Design and Development of Non-thermal Oil Extractor (2018), Design and Development of Low-cost Freeze-Dryer for preserving perishable food products (2017), Designed & Developed a Fruit Pulper (2015)., Designed & Developed a Pin Mill (2014)., Received a Laptop from PM Pakistan., Study scholarships from Punjab Govt. (2015-17)., Employee of Month May 2025., Appreciation Certificate.

Volunteer Experience

PPP Training Group, Trainer, Punjab, Pakistan, 2023-02, Present, Processing & Preservation, Professionals (PPP) is a Volunteer Training group to train the students and food professionals throughout Pakistan., Conducts the training webinars on basics of food Safety and HACCP principles., Conducts training webinars on GMPs, and Personnel Hygiene.

Affiliations

  • Member of Pakistan Legal Awareness Program (PLAP) Pakistan, since 2023
  • Member of National Alliance for Safe Food (NAFS) Pakistan, since 2021
  • Member of Global Food Safety Group (GFSG) USA, since 2020
  • Member of KLASSAN Welfare Trust Pakistan, since 2020
  • President of Pakistan Friends Community Trust (PFC), Pakistan, since 2019.
  • Member of Pakistan Society of Food Scientist & Technologies (PSFT), since 2018.
  • Member of International Student organization Mahasarakham University, Thailand, since 2016.
  • Ambassador of University of Agriculture Faisalabad for District Jhang (2014-16)

Training

  • CPR, AED, and First Aid Training from the National Health Care Provider Solutions (NHCPS), USA, Dated 10 June 2024.
  • CPD training on “ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Auditing”, UK, Dated 29 Feb 2024.
  • Attended awareness training session on “ISO 27701-2019 Privacy Management System” from DAS Pakistan, Dated 17 Aug 2023.
  • CPD training on “Business Process Transformation” by Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), Dated 31 Jan 2024.
  • CPD training on “Preparedness and Prevention”- Tackling Public health safety vulnerabilities head on. Dated 15 Jan 2024.
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, by Value Enabler Academy, India, 14 Aug 2023.
  • First Aid, by Hicare Solutions Pakistan, Dated 12 July 2023.
  • Train The Trainer, by Hicare Solutions Pakistan, Dated 07 Mar 2023.
  • Risk Assessment of Regulated Products – Global Standard Services (GSS) Pakistan, Dated 09 Jan 2022.
  • CPD Training on “Development of Technical Team & Execution of a Project” more on implementation side Confirmation, by Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), Dated 3 April 2021.
  • ISO training on “Auditing Guidelines According to ISO 19011:2018” for Internal and external Quality Audits, Dated 28 Mar 2020.
  • Traceability, Root cause Analysis, and Food labelling, by Punjab Food Authority, Dated 19 Feb 2019.

APPRENTICESHIP

  • Engro Foods, Pakistan (Aug-Sep 2014) (As Quality Control Trainee)
  • Mahasarakham University, Thailand (2016-As Researcher)

Timeline

Assistant QHSE/Food Safety Manager

BAAN Catering Group
08.2024 - 09.2025

DEPUTY MANAGER QA/QC

SAMRAH Enterprises
12.2021 - 06.2024

FOOD SAFETY TRAINING SPECIALIST

Al-Arkkan Training Centre
08.2019 - 09.2021

QA/QC SUPERVISOR/FOOD SAFETY OFFICER

Bundu Khan Foods
02.2017 - 08.2019

M.Phil./M.Sc. (Hons) - Food Sciences (Engineering & Technology)

University of Agriculture Faisalabad (Pakistan) & Mahasarakham University (Thailand)
09.2015 - 03.2018

FOOD SAFETY OFFICER/QUALITY CONTROLLER

Khawaja Sweets & Bakers
07.2015 - 09.2016

B.Sc. (Hons) - Food Engineering

University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (Punjab, Pakistan)
09.2011 - 06.2015

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