Kassem Najjar

Kassem Najjar is an experienced professional in health and food safety management with a career spanning over two decades. Currently serving as the Health & Safety and Food Safety Manager at San Carlo Restaurant Group since July 2022, Kassem has previously held positions such as Food Safety Manager at Ya Sham LTD and Operations Manager at UKC. Expertise includes implementing international standards like HACCP and ISO certifications, conducting audits, and providing training on food safety. Kassem's early career included roles as Executive Chef and Restaurant Manager at Maroush Group, demonstrating strong managerial skills and team training capabilities. Education includes a Bachelor of Technology in F&B from the Lebanese Hospitality School and a Level 4 in HACCP Management from Highfield-UK, complemented by a Communication Skills Program from the Qatar Center for Career Development.