Dinil Sundar
Dubai
Summary
Professional with 15 years of experience in Sustainability, Health and Safety, Quality Management, and Food Safety. Holds international certifications including LEED Green Associate, NEBOSH, and ESG. Proven track record as a lead auditor for FSSC 22000 V5, ISO 9001, and ISO 45001:2018, complemented by certifications from Green Key, Green Seal, Forbes, and IEMA Foundation.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
10
10
Certification
Work history
Food Safety and Sustainability Manager
BVLGARI Resort Dubai (Marriott International)
Dubai
05.2021 - 12.2025
- Achieved certification of hotel in ISO 22000:2018, ISO 45001:2018, HACCP, Forbes, and Green Key standards through regular audits.
- Generated internal audit reports for management, ensuring prompt corrective actions for compliance.
- Liaised with Dubai Municipality to stay updated on legal requirements and advised management accordingly.
- Conducted major training sessions on Basic Food Hygiene, Allergen Management, ISO standards, Green Key, and Sustainability.
- Monitored F&B operations from receiving to final product, focusing on Food safety, sustainability and guest satisfaction.
- Handled customer complaints effectively, implementing necessary preventive measures.
- Performed Supplier Audits to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Facilitated sampling and testing of raw materials and finished products through accredited laboratories.
Cluster Health and Food Safety Manager
Hilton Dubai, V Hotel by Curio Collection, LXR Resorts (Al Habtoor city)
Dubai
11.2018 - 05.2021
- Developing and implementing ISO 22000:2018; HACCP; ISO 45001 standards for the organization and ensuring the implemented ISO and HACCP standards are in place with regular internal audits and inspections
- Generating the internal audit report and address it to the respective managers of concerned department for corrective actions and to follow up on the same by conducting regular management review meetings.
- Liaising with local regulatory authorities (Dubai Municipality) to get the regular updates and to advise the management regarding the legal requirements
- Coordinate with local regulatory authorities third party certification bodies and clients during their inspections and audits.
- Conducting induction trainings for the new joiners and other major trainings such as Basic Food Hygiene, Allergen management, CCP, other on job trainings and tool box talks for all the staffs.
Health and Food Safety Inspector
Autograph Collection; Marriott International (Habtoor Hospitality)
Dubai
08.2012 - 10.2018
Quality Controller
Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club
Sharjah
03.2011 - 07.2012
Quality Assurance Officer
Alpha Flight Services; Sharjah International Airport
Sharjah
03.2010 - 12.2010
Quality Control officer; Microbiologist
Alain National Juice; IFFCO Group
Alain
01.2009 - 03.2010
Education
Masters - Biotechnology
Bharathiar University
Tamil Nadu, India 01.2006 - 01.2008
Bachelors - Biotechnology
Mahatma Gandhi University
Kerala, India 01.2003 - 01.2006
Skills
- LEED Green Associate
- NEBOSH certification
- GSTC Certification
- ESG professional certification
- Forbes
- FSSC 22000 V5 lead auditor
- ISO 45001:2018 lead auditor
- ISO 9001:201:2015 lead auditor
- Green Key
- Green Seal
- IEMA foundation certification
- HACCP certification
- DM approved trainer
Certification
- LEED Green Associate
- NEBOSH IGC/Environmental Management
- GSTC certificate in Tourism and Hospitality
- ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor, CQI / IRCA Approved
- FSSC 22000 Version 5 Lead Auditor, CQI/IRCA Approved
- ISO 45001 :2018 Lead Auditor, CQI/IRCA Approved
- Advanced Level 4 in Food Safety, Highfield UK
- HACCP Implementation, Indian Agricultural University
- PIC Train the Trainer/ Dubai Municipality Approved
- IEMA Foundation Course
- Green Key Certification
- Green Seal Certification
LANGUAGES
English
Malayalam
Hindi
Timeline
Food Safety and Sustainability Manager
BVLGARI Resort Dubai (Marriott International)
05.2021 - 12.2025
Cluster Health and Food Safety Manager
Hilton Dubai, V Hotel by Curio Collection, LXR Resorts (Al Habtoor city)
11.2018 - 05.2021
Health and Food Safety Inspector
Autograph Collection; Marriott International (Habtoor Hospitality)
08.2012 - 10.2018
Quality Controller
Sharjah Golf and Shooting Club
03.2011 - 07.2012
Quality Assurance Officer
Alpha Flight Services; Sharjah International Airport
03.2010 - 12.2010
Quality Control officer; Microbiologist
Alain National Juice; IFFCO Group
01.2009 - 03.2010
Masters - Biotechnology
Bharathiar University
01.2006 - 01.2008
Bachelors - Biotechnology
Mahatma Gandhi University
01.2003 - 01.2006