Rohlik·3 months ago
Kifli.hu is part of the Rohlik Group — Central Europe’s leading online grocery platform that’s changing how people eat and live. Founded in 2014 in the Czech Republic, we’ve grown into a trusted love brand with more than one million customers across five countries: Czechia, Hungary, Austria, Germany, and Romania.
Our mission is simple: to make everyday shopping faster, easier, and more sustainable – while helping people eat better and live healthier lives.
Now we’re looking for a Head of Food Safety & Quality to make sure that every Kifli box delivers what we promise – fresh food people can trust.
You’ll lead the national quality agenda, make sure our standards meet the highest food safety expectations, and work with passionate teams to keep our customers happy – every single day.
What you’ll do
As Head of Food Safety & Quality, you’ll lead the QA agenda across Hungary and make sure that everything our customers receive meets the highest standards of food safety, freshness, and compliance.
You’ll combine your expertise in food quality with leadership skills to guide the team, improve processes, and bring our Group standards to life locally.
Define and deliver the local QA strategy aligned with Group goals and country specifics
Ensure full compliance with local and EU food legislation, Group standards, and certifications
Lead and develop the QA team across fulfilment centres
Oversee supplier audits, product evaluations, and corrective actions
Manage product compliance processes, including private label and labelling requirements
Act as the main link between local operations and Group Quality experts, ensuring smooth communication both ways
Represent Kifli in front of authorities, inspection bodies, and trade associations
Monitor and report quality KPIs, identifying areas for improvement
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and implementation of new QA tools
Collaborate closely with Operations, Commercial, HR, and Finance to maintain top product quality and customer trust
What we look for
You’re an experienced quality leader who knows what it takes to keep food safe, processes compliant, and customers happy. You combine a strategic mindset with hands-on drive – and you’re not afraid to dive deep when needed.
We’d love to meet you if you have:
A university degree in food technology, quality management, or a related field
5+ years of experience in food quality assurance or food safety
Solid knowledge of HACCP, food safety systems, and QA regulations
Experience in leading teams and managing cross-functional projects
Confidence in data analysis and reporting
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Ability to stay calm in crisis and think long-term
Fluency in Hungarian and advanced English (spoken & written)
What’s in it for you
Fair pay – competitive fixed salary, no politics or hidden bonuses.
Good food every day – free fruit, snacks, coffee & soft drinks, plus Kifli Premium Membership with 10% cashback on every purchase.
Life, not just work – hybrid work options including occasional home office on this role, and unlimited paid vacation to recharge when you need it.
Real growth – Kifli is growing fast, and so can you. Take ownership, learn, and make an impact every day.
Recognition & team spirit – your work is seen and appreciated; we celebrate together, from warehouse to HQ.
Movement & well-being – stay active with company challenges and use your SZÉP card for health, leisure, or food benefits.
Little extras – free parking, supportive colleagues, and a friendly, down-to-earth team culture.