Food Safety & Quality Assurance Specialist - Westlake, TX

Compass Group; Olds; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Quality Assurance Specialist, where your expertise in food safety and quality assurance will be pivotal in maintaining exceptional standards in food service. This role offers the chance to collaborate with a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and enhancing operational excellence. Your contributions will directly impact the quality of service and safety in a dynamic environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are passionate about food safety, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of food service experience required.
• Knowledge of FDA food code and food safety required.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain QA and safety reporting standards.
• Train associates on QA policies and procedures.

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Communication Skills

Time Management

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

ServeSafe Certification

10 Hour OSHA Certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Summary

As a Quality Assurance Specialist at Flik, you'll play an integral role in ensuring world-class food and workplace safety. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a team dedicated to excellence and innovation in food service! You will thrive in a collaborative environment where your expertise helps us achieve flawless operations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Promote, implement, maintain, and verify Quality Assurance (QA) and safety reporting standards
2. Provide written feedback to unit managers and chefs regarding non-compliance observations
3. Work with managers to find solutions to QA challenges and crises
4. Liaise with clients, senior management, unit managers, and chefs on all QA issues
5. Participate in all BOH inspections and external audits
6. Train associates on all QA policies and procedures, maintaining accurate records
7. Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of food service experience required
• 2 years of food safety inspection/auditing experience recommended
• Knowledge of food safety (FDA food code) required
• ServeSafe certification required
• CP-FS credential recommended
• 10 Hour OSHA Certification recommended
• Ability to manage time efficiently and complete projects diligently
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to converse calmly and effectively during crisis situations
• Effective at planning and paying close attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively without supervision, showing initiative, good judgment, and outstanding decision-making and problem-solving skills.