...Rounaq Nayak; Joanne Zaida Taylor Purpose The purpose of this paper is to discuss the challenges for food inspectors when attempting to assess the food safety culture of a business. It is the eighth article in this issue of Worldwide Hospitality and Tourism Themes, discussing...

...Aurelia Caccamo; Joanne Zaida Taylor; Dellora Daniel; Ringaile Bulatovic-Schumer Purpose The purpose of this paper is to present a case study of the JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai, the tallest hotel in the world, which measured and improved their food safety culture as part of the Culture Excellence...

...Nancy Nouaimeh; Raseena T. Pazhanthotta; Joanne Zaida Taylor; Ringaile Bulatovic-Schumer Purpose The purpose of this paper is to present a case study of a large catering company in the United Arab Emirates, which measured and improved its food safety culture as part of the Culture Excellence...

...Kevin Kane; Joanne Zaida Taylor Purpose The purpose of this paper is to identify the significance of the notion of food safety and quality culture as an important element in the practice of food safety management. It is the concluding article in a special themed edition of the Worldwide...

... and Tourism Themes, discussing the importance of measuring food safety and quality culture. Design/methodology/approach The quantitative elements of the Culture Excellence assessment were analysed, exploring the differences between different dimensions of culture and the potential variation between...

... to examine the extent to which the culture of safety and quality in organizations (with particular reference to food management) can be measured and changed. It reflects on research and stakeholder interaction that is helping to shape current and future thinking about food safety culture in hospitality...

... in a theme issue of Worldwide Hospitality and Tourism Themes, discussing the importance of measuring food safety and quality culture. Design/methodology/approach An iterative process of in-depth interviews and mixed-method case studies led to the development of a conceptual model and an online...

... of Worldwide Hospitality and Tourism Themes, discussing the importance of measuring food safety and quality culture. Design/methodology/approach A viewpoint is put forward by the Campden BRI Head of Membership and Training, supported by the results from a global training survey which was sent to over...

...Dr Eunice Taylor; Joanne Taylor; Jean Pierre Garat; Samer Simreen; Ghida Sarieddine Purpose – This paper aims to outline the food safety roles and responsibilities within the industry that play an important role in the success of government initiatives, demonstrated using a new model of Food...

...Dr Eunice Taylor; Eunice Taylor; Mariam Al Yousuf; Eyad Saleh Nassar; Mohamed Saleh; Jiji Philip Purpose – This paper aims to explore the particular dilemma of achieving international best practice and regulatory compliance for food safety in small local restaurants with limited resources, low...

...Dr Eunice Taylor; Mariam Al Khaja; Mouza Al Muhairi; Mariam Al Yousuf; Alyazi Al Mazrouei; Mostafa Ibrahim Ali; Eunice Taylor Purpose – This paper aims to describe the process of developing, implementing and evaluating an innovative solution to enhance food safety and promote Hazard Analysis...

...Dr Eunice Taylor; Eunice Taylor; Joanne Taylor Purpose – This paper aims to summarise and draw conclusions from the contents of this Worldwide Hospitality and Tourism Themes issue: What action can government take to improve food safety in a diverse and multi-cultural hospitality industry...

...Dr Eunice Taylor; Ahmed Al Kaabi; Alyazi Al Mazrouei; Salma Al Hamadi; Mariam Al Yousuf; Eunice Taylor Purpose – This paper aims to provide an overview of the methods used, and results found, during an in-depth investigation into the status of food safety management systems in eight types of Abu...

.... This is the third article in a Worldwide Hospitality and Tourism Themes theme issue presenting a comprehensive government strategy for improving food safety management standards across the hospitality industry. Design/methodology/approach – The research process gathered quantitative and qualitative...

...Dr Eunice Taylor; Mariam Al Yousuf; Eunice Taylor; Joanne Taylor Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to identify international best practice regarding food safety management across the food chain, with particular reference to hospitality businesses. It looks at the role of government strategy...

...Joanne Taylor; H.E. Mariam Harib Sultan Al Yousuf; Eunice Taylor Purpose The purpose of this paper is to report on a number of initiatives currently being taken by the Abu Dhabi Food Control Authority to improve food safety across the food chain. It focuses on the piloting of a new photographic...

...Joanne Taylor; Joanne Taylor Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore the concept of food safety culture in a multi‐cultural environment. It is the eighth paper in a themed issue of Worldwide Hospitality and Tourism Themes presenting international food safety management challenges...

... presenting international food safety management challenges and solutions. Design/methodology/approach The paper takes the form of a literature review of food safety research and the stated benefits of food safety management from regulators and other organisations. Findings This paper investigates...

... of Worldwide Hospitality and Tourism Themes presenting international food safety management challenges and solutions. Design/methodology/approach Viewpoints are put forward by the lead food safety trainer and supported by the UAE Development Agent. Findings The implementation of the Menu‐Safe...

...Joanne Taylor; Khalid Mohammed Sharif Al‐Awadhi; Ahmed AbdulRahman Al Ali; O. Peter Snyder; AbdulAziz AlSheikh; Bobby Krishna; Joanne Taylor Purpose The purpose of this paper is to present the latest food safety initiatives for hospitality businesses in the Emirate of Dubai, UAE. It is the sixth...