food safety and quality manager

Starbucks Coffee Company; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Starbucks seeks a Food Safety and Quality Manager to lead their FSQR strategy in EMEA across various operations. The role demands strong communication and analytical skills to ensure compliance with food safety standards, driving continuous improvement and managing stakeholder relationships across multiple sites.

Benefits

Pension

Bean Stock

Free weekly coffee, VIA instants, or Nespresso Pods

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Perks at Work Discount Site

Great transport links

Qualifications

• Experience in large markets or across multiple sites in the food or beverage industry.
• Background in quality assurance is essential.
• Ability to balance business goals with legal responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Drive global FSQR strategy in EMEA across production, distribution, and stores.
• Support suppliers and stores in maintaining legal and compliant operations.
• Manage stakeholders and ensure compliance with global food safety standards.

Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Adaptability

Education

Degree in nutrition or a food-related discipline

Job description

Job Description - Food Safety and Quality Manager (250053456)

Job Number:

250053456

Location:

Starbucks - Quality Assurance

Job Posting End Date:

[Insert date]

As a Food Safety and Quality Manager, you are a strong communicator capable of influencing senior stakeholders through thought leadership. Your role will be to drive the global FSQR strategy in EMEA within production, distribution, and company-owned, franchised, and licensed stores.

You will have the opportunity to shape the future of food safety and quality within Starbucks EMEA, executing global and regional strategic plans across multiple product categories. Your responsibilities include collaborating with and managing licensees to ensure compliance with global food safety standards from sourcing to store operations.

You will support suppliers, distribution centers, and EMEA stores in maintaining safe, legal, and compliant operations, thereby minimizing regulatory and reputational risks.

This role requires courage in decision-making, a drive for continuous improvement, and the ability to achieve measurable goals.

The Key Requirements:

• Experience working in large markets or across multiple sites in food or beverage
• Background in quality assurance is essential
• Ability to balance business goals with legal and regulatory responsibilities
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills with an analytical mindset
• Ability to stay focused and adaptable in fast-changing environments
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• A degree in nutrition or a related food discipline
• Stakeholder management skills and ability to partner across functions
• Strong analytical skills to set KPIs, analyze data trends, report accurately, and make data-driven recommendations

Joining Starbucks offers the chance to be part of a business known for its rich history, coffee expertise, and commitment to fostering human connection. As a partner, you can make an impact from day one in a diverse, inclusive environment.

Our purpose is to grow globally while creating joyful customer experiences. This role provides an opportunity to work cross-functionally and become a subject matter expert in your field.

The Benefits and Perks:

• Pension
• Bean Stock
• Free weekly coffee, VIA instants, or Nespresso Pods
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Perks at Work Discount Site
• Great transport links (Gunnersbury or Chiswick tube stations) and limited free on-site parking

The Next Step:

This description summarizes the typical functions of the role and is not exhaustive. Management reserves the right to amend responsibilities as needed. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered equally regardless of race, religion, sex, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Starbucks is an equal opportunity employer and offers reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For assistance, contact us at [e-mail] or 1(888) 611-2258.