Food Safety Specialist

ZipRecruiter; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Food Safety Specialist to ensure a safe and clean environment in their Commissary. The role involves monitoring food production, training staff on safety protocols, and conducting compliance checks. The ideal candidate will have experience in high-compliance food facilities and be bilingual in English and Spanish. Join a team committed to transforming food safety standards while enjoying comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Health Insurance coverage

401k Plan

Paid sick days

Paid family leave

Compassionate leave

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-compliance food processing facility.
• Excellent communication skills with diverse partners.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor food production and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Train Chefs on food safety and sanitation topics.
• Conduct daily facility compliance walks.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independence

Bilingual

Tools

G Suite

Job description

Job Description

About CookUnity

Food has lost its soul to modern convenience. And with it, has lost the power to nourish, inspire, and connect us. So in 2018, CookUnity was founded as the first-of-its-kind platform that connects the world with the source of truly great food: chefs. Today, CookUnity delivers 35 million meals a year from the industry's best chefs to homes all over the country. Fresh. Ready-to-eat. And crafted with the passion that nourishes body and soul.

Unwilling to stop there, CookUnity is expanding beyond delivery to become an ever-innovating marketplace focused on our singular mission: empower Chefs to nourish the world.

If that mission has you hungry in more ways than one, you've found the right job posting.

The Role:

The Food Safety Specialist ensures a sustainable, safe, clean, and functional environment in the CookUnity Commissary.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor food production and ensure all Chefs are adhering to food safety regulations
• Perform critical checks including refrigeration, chemical concentration, and temperature checks
• Communicate kitchen rules to Chefs as needed—gloves, hairnets, proper hand washing, cleaning of equipment, sanitizing of prep stations, etc.
• Ensure all items in coolers and freezers are appropriately labeled, including Chef Name, Product Name, and Date
• Conduct daily facility compliance walks and implement corrective actions as needed
• Work closely with departments such as Kitchen Operations, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to address food safety and quality issues
• Prepare the facility for inspections by local regulators or third-party auditors
• Maintain cooler and fridge temperatures at 41°F or lower and ensure doors remain closed
• Perform weekly thermometer calibrations for Chefs and Food Safety team
• Train Chefs and staff on food safety and sanitation topics collaboratively
• Perform facility and departmental audits
• Collect and report data on cooler function and sanitary transport to operations and facilities teams

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience working in a high-compliance food processing facility (USDA, FDA)
• Positive attitude and commitment to doing the right thing
• Experience working in a fast-paced team environment
• Excellent communication skills and professionalism with diverse partners and stakeholders
• Ability to build relationships and explain food safety concepts clearly
• Ability to work independently and complete duties without supervision
• Proficiency with G Suite/Google Workspace
• Team-oriented with a positive, collaborative mindset
• Availability to work 30-40 hours per week
• Flexible availability for shifts at 6:00 AM–2:00 PM, 2:00 PM–10:00 PM, or 10:00 PM–6:00 AM
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required

Benefits:

• Health Insurance coverage
• 401k Plan
• Paid sick days
• Paid family leave: 12 weeks for primary caregiver, 6 weeks for secondary caregiver
• Compassionate leave: 3-5 days as needed

Join a company committed to transforming how we eat and how chefs work!

Compensation: Final pay rates depend on experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal and market considerations. Pay range: $20–$26 USD per hour.

If interested, please submit your application. We will contact candidates who seem like a good fit. Thank you for your time!

CookUnity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to creating a community and environment free from discrimination or harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disabilities.