Food & Safety Manager

Elior Group; Morrow (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Elior Group is seeking a Food & Safety Manager to oversee food safety and physical safety protocols for Collegiate Campuses in Georgia, traveling 50% to support the Georgia BOR accounts. The role is based out of Clayton State University, with duties spanning audits, inspections, training, and continuous improvement across multiple campuses.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 3+ years of experience in food safety, and certification like HACCP or ServSafe.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred in a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of food safety experience in hospitality or food production.
• Experience with HACCP, FDA Food Code and safety regulations.
• Certification in food safety (e.g., HACCP, ServSafe) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure implementation of food safety programs across Collegiate Campuses in Georgia.
• Prepare units for health department and audits; support corrective actions.
• Monitor food safety logs and SOP compliance.
• Develop and deliver food safety training for employees on handling and processing of food.

Skills

Safety leadership

Audits & inspections

Regulatory compliance

Safety training

Education

Bachelor's degree in food science, Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, or related field

Tools

HACCP knowledge

OSHA standards

Job description

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Job Reference Number: 43403
Employment Type:Full-Time,Remote
Segment: Education
Brand: Elior-Collegiate-Dining
Location: Clayton State University

The Role at a glance:

*This is a traveling position based out of Clayton State but will support the Georgia BOR accounts under Elior Collegiate Dining.

The Food & Safety Manager is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the implementation, adherence, and continuous improvement of both food safety and physical safety protocols for Collegiate Campuses across the State of Georgia. This role requires a thorough understanding of regulatory requirements, food safety compliance, and safety best practices to safeguard the well‑being of our customers and team members.

What you'll be doing:

Food Safety:

• Ensure proper compliance with corporate food safety programs as required by local, state, and federal regulations.
• Prepare units for the health department and third‑party audits and support any corrective action or continuous improvement tasks as needed.
• Monitor food safety log and SOP compliance.
• Ensure the development and delivery of food safety training programs for employees, ensuring proper handling, storage, and processing of food products.
• Monitor completion of internal MyFieldAudits and follow up on corrective actions.
• Investigate food safety incidents, conduct a root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Physical Safety:

• Ensure proper compliance with corporate physical safety programs to reduce workplace hazards and ensure compliance with OSHA and other relevant regulations.
• Training Delivery – Ensure training on health and safety management topics to leadership & new managers on implementing safety programs.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with cross‑functional teams, including production, maintenance, and human resources, to ensure seamless integration of safety programs.
• Monitor reports on food and physical safety performance metrics, trends, and improvement initiatives to senior management and segment safety.
• Attend client and operational meetings as and when required to support the effective implementation of work‑based food and physical safety solutions.
• Stay current on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices related to food and physical safety.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the effectiveness of safety programs and reduce risk.
• Promote a culture of safety and accountability throughout the organization.

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in food safety with a knowledge of workplace safety standards, preferably in hospitality or food production environment *Combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, FDA Food Code, OSHA, and other relevant regulations.
• Experience conducting safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Certification in food safety (e.g., HACCP, ServSafe)

Requirements:

• Ability to work in a food production environment, including exposure to cold, heat, and other elements.
• 50% Travel to support the Georgia BOR accounts

Where you'll be working:

This role will be based out of Clayton State but will support the Georgia BOR accounts under Elior Collegiate Dining.

About Elior Collegiate:

Elior Collegiate Dining is rewriting the rules of campus dining, serving up bold flavors, fresh ideas, and high‑impact experiences that fuel student life. We partner with forward‑thinking colleges and universities to create vibrant, customized dining programs that spark connection, celebrate culture, and make food a defining part of the college journey.

About Elior‑North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer: This job description can be revised by management as needed.