ORLANDO M. CASTILLO JR.
Doha,Qatar
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in HACCP implementation and food safety audits. Proven track record in staff training, crisis preparedness, and quality assurance. Skilled in managing sanitation protocols and ensuring supplier compliance. Focused on enhancing food safety standards and operational efficiency through continuous improvement initiatives.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Hygiene Manager
Hilton Doha
Doha, Qatar
2024.09 - 2025.08
Executed strategic implementation of hygiene and food safety programmes, ensuring compliance with HACCP and ISO 22000 standards.
Managed HACCP Team, enhancing performance and accountability across departments.
Developed advanced hygiene training modules, emphasising microbial control and sanitation excellence.
Oversaw crisis preparedness initiatives, including outbreak response drills and operational planning for relocations.
Hygiene Supervisor
Hilton Doha
Doha, Qatar
2022.10 - 2024.09
- Maintains food safety and quality management systems to the highest standards.
- Leads internal audits, staff training, and compliance programs (HACCP, GMP, SSOP, SCP).
- Managed food safety during FIFA World Cup 2022 with an 'Excellent' MOPH rating.
- Oversees swab testing, thermometers calibration, and traceability processes.
- Develops corrective action plans and ensures regulatory compliance.
QHSE Supervisor
Newrest Gulf
Doha, Qatar
2018.04 - 2022.10
- Oversaw HACCP, ISO documentation, food hygiene training, and supplier quality audits.
- Managed daily inspections, toolbox meetings, and environmental indicators.
- Performed mock drills, risk assessments, and validated operational control measures.
QHSE Manager
Crest Catering / Grand Qatar Palace Hotel
Doha, Qatar
2015.02 - 2018.04
- Implemented and maintained ISO & HACCP standards across operations.
- Handled food hygiene complaints, risk assessments, and ensured supplier compliance.
Camp Boss / Catering Manager
Al Mariah Catering
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2012.09 - 2014.09
- Managed daily catering operations, staffing, menu planning, and health inspections.
- Led ISO documentation and ensured adherence to hygiene and safety protocols.
Camp Manager
SOMI Qatar
Doha, Qatar
2008.05 - 2012.02
- Managed facilities, maintenance, labor orientation, medical coordination, and camp security.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of the East Manila
Manila, Philippines 1998.06 - 2002.04
Skills
- HACCP implementation and certification
- Food safety audits
- Staff training and development
- Crisis preparedness planning
- Regulatory compliance management
- Sanitation standards
- Quality assurance
- Supplier oversight
- Documentation management
- Team coaching
- Pest control strategies
- Equipment sterilization
- Waste disposal methods
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Health and safety regulations
- Environmental sustainability awareness
- Hazard identification and risk assessment
- Water quality testing
Certification
· ISO 22000:2018 – Food Safety Management System (Internal Auditor)
· ISO 45001:2018 – Occupational Health & Safety System (Internal Auditor)
· ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management System (Internal Auditor)
· ISO 14001:2015 – Environmental Management System (Internal Auditor)
· Food Safety Level 3
· Food Safety Level 4
· Certified Fire Warden
· Certified First Aider with CPR
· MOPH Food Handler Licensed
· Lead 1.1 - Harvard Virtual Leadership Development Series
· Lead 2.1 - Harvard Virtual Leadership Development Series
Timeline
Hygiene Manager
Hilton Doha
2024.09 - 2025.08
Hygiene Supervisor
Hilton Doha
2022.10 - 2024.09
QHSE Supervisor
Newrest Gulf
2018.04 - 2022.10
QHSE Manager
Crest Catering / Grand Qatar Palace Hotel
2015.02 - 2018.04
Camp Boss / Catering Manager
Al Mariah Catering
2012.09 - 2014.09
Camp Manager
SOMI Qatar
2008.05 - 2012.02
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of the East Manila
1998.06 - 2002.04