FOOD SAFETY MANAGER - REDMOND, WA

AECOM; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in dining services seeks a Food Safety Manager to oversee QA programs and compliance with food safety regulations. This role is pivotal in training staff and ensuring the safety of food served, making it essential for maintaining company reputations in various prestigious settings. Ideal candidates will have extensive food service experience, relevant qualifications, and the ability to train others effectively in food safety protocols.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Health and Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• 5 years relevant experience in hospitality or food service with quality assurance focus.
• At least one credential such as CPFS, REHS, or RS.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain all QA programs meeting USDA and FDA requirements.
• Conduct training sessions for associates and managers.
• Evaluate corrective actions and prepare summary reports on QA trends.

Skills

Fluent in English

Fluent in Spanish

Excellent verbal skills

Excellent written skills

Knowledgeable with FDA Food Code

Knowledgeable with State Retail Food Establishment Regulations

Knowledgeable with Compass Group QA Standards

Education

BA degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Eurest

Salary: $90000 - $95000 /year

Pay Grade: 15

Other Forms of Compensation:

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.

Job Summary

The Food Safety Manager is responsible for developing and maintaining all QA programs, meeting USDA, FDA, and customer requirements, and ensuring the quality and safety of supplied goods. Must have strong knowledge of Preventive Controls for Human Food.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Hourly and management associate orientation and training

+ Conduct Hourly Associate QA Orientation – new hire

+ Review of Associate Handbook and Passport: Port of Call 7 – Food Safety and Sanitation

+ Training sessions conducted as needed

+ Conduct New Manager QA Orientation for all new unit managers and District Managers

+ Conducted as needed

+ Conduct Compass approved ServSafe training for Managers and persons-in-charge

+ Training session to be 16 hour (2-day) format

+ Provide one-on-one manager and associate training when working in units – as needed

+ Identify specific food safety training modules to be conducted by unit managers each week

+ Provide specific guidance to unit managers related to weekly food safety training modules

Audits – Inspections - Reporting

+ Review and evaluate corrective actions submitted by unit management for issues noted on any 3rd Party audit, self-inspection, quarterly QA audit, health inspections and client food safety audits

+ Collect and track Monthly Food Safety Inspections (self-inspections) conducted by unit management

+ Evaluate completed self-inspections for quality and thoroughness

+ Evaluate all internal, external, and self-inspections for trends related to standards compliance.

+ Provide monthly summary report to VP and District Managers related to:

+ Current trends in operation related to QA standards compliance

+ Identify barriers to compliance and communicate guidance and solutions related to these issues

+ Product Complaints and Reports of Foodborne Illness

+ Inspections (self, third party or regulatory)

+ Standards Compliance and Support

+ Visit each location at least 1 time per year:

+ Observe QA behaviors of management and hourly associates, provide one-on-one guidance and training as needed, and evaluate general unit-level standards compliance, including HACCP

+ Provide technical guidance related to QA standards compliance to culinary and marketing personnel related to new and existing merchandising concepts

+ Provide routine communication to unit managers related to issues of concern, best-practice, and policy changes

+ Provide specific written operating procedures to unit managers, as needed

Complaint Handling

+ With the leadership of Corporate QA, aggressively react to reports of food-related illness, food-related injury, and product defects following identified complaint handling protocols

+ Assist Corporate QA in facilitating investigations

Qualifications:

+ Education and Certifications Requirements:

+ BA degree and/or 5 years relevant experience in hospitality or food service industry with quality assurance/food safety focus

+ At least one of the following credentials:

+ Certified Professional – Food Safety (CPFS)

+ Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS)

+ Registered Sanitarian (RS)

Preferred skills:

+ Fluent in English and Spanish

+ Excellent verbal and written skills

+ Proficient in all MS Office applications

+ Knowledgeable with FDA Food Code

+ Knowledgeable with State Retail Food Establishment Regulations

+ Knowledgeable with Compass Group QA Standards

Apply to Eurest today!

Eurest is a member of Compass Group USA

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits.

+ Medical

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ Life Insurance/ AD

+ Disability Insurance

+ Retirement Plan

+ Paid Time Off

+ Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)

+ Associate Shopping Program

+ Health and Wellness Programs

+ Discount Marketplace

+ Identity Theft Protection

+ Pet Insurance

+ Commuter Benefits

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

+ Paid Parental Leave

+ Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_Eurest.pdf) for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1418060

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