Food Safety & Compliance Specialist

Rentokil Initial; Halifax; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading safety compliance firm is seeking a Food Safety and Compliance Specialist in Halifax. This role involves conducting assessments for food quality and compliance, teaching clients about safety standards, and requires frequent travel. Candidates should have experience in food service, strong communication skills, and relevant qualifications in food safety. A competitive salary range of $44,000 - $46,000 along with various benefits is offered.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Production bonuses

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement plan with company match

Qualifications

• 1 to 5 years of experience in food service or customer service.
• Must possess a valid full driver’s license.
• Must pass pre-employment background screening.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments to ensure compliance with standards.
• Teach clients about food safety and health standards.
• Develop corrective action plans with clients.

Skills

Technical knowledge of food safety

Listening skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Time management skills

Self-motivated

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related field

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ServSafe Certification

CP-FS Certification

Job description

Overview

Halifax, NS

Steritech is the market leader in food safety, quality assurance, and customer experience management. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner to many of the world's leading brands across industries such as manufacturing, processing, retail, food service, and hospitality. We help our clients provide the best, safest, and healthiest services to their customers. Steritech Brand Standards is part of the Rentokil Terminix family of companies in North America.

Food Safety and Compliance Specialist

Location : Halifax, NS

At Steritech, we foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. Many of our managers began their careers as specialists, reflecting our commitment to promoting from within. Joining us means embarking on a career with opportunities for advancement, supported by resources and mentorship. Your success is our success. Become part of a team dedicated to your development, where your journey from specialist to leader can start!

Our Food Safety & Compliance Specialists assist hotel, restaurant, and grocery clients in ensuring brand standards, food quality, and friendly service.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments to ensure compliance with regulatory, industry, and proprietary standards.
• Observe food preparation and cooking to ensure safety, health, and sanitation standards are met.
• Partner with clients to identify root causes of discrepancies and develop corrective action plans.
• Teach and coach clients on creating safer, healthier workplaces for staff and customers.
• Travel up to 50% of the time by car and / or plane, including approximately 10 overnight stays per month.

Requirements

• Valid full driver’s license and ability to pass an MVR check.
• 1 to 5 years of experience in food service, restaurant, or grocery operations and customer service.
• Strong technical knowledge of food safety preferred.
• ServSafe and / or CP-FS Certification(s) is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Hospitality Management, or related field preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% via car and / or plane.
• Must pass pre-employment background screening.
• Flexible work schedule including weekends to accommodate personal commitments.
• Ability to lift 10 lbs chest high, and perform stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching.
• Excellent listening, communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to influence others tactfully and provide constructive feedback positively.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn.

Additional Information

Number of vacancies : 0. Currently collecting resumes; interviews may be scheduled later.

Salary Range : $44,000 - $46,000 / year, with benefits including :

• Company vehicle, cell phone, and tablet
• Production bonuses
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Comprehensive health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plan with 3.5% company match
• Employee discounts and tuition reimbursement

AI technology may be used in candidate selection. Rentokil-Terminix is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations available upon request.

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