Restaurant Food Safety Inspector

ZipRecruiter; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Food Safety Field Specialist to ensure top-notch food safety standards in restaurants and grocery stores. This part-time role offers the chance to make a significant impact on public health while conducting audits, leading inspections, and providing training. Ideal candidates will have a solid understanding of food safety regulations and thrive in dynamic environments. Join a team dedicated to safeguarding food quality and safety while enhancing your career in a meaningful way.

Qualifications

• Experience in food safety, quality assurance, or similar roles is preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular food safety audits and inspections across multiple locations.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare actionable reports.

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Serve-Safe Certification

CP-FS Certification

Job description

Job Description

Job Summary:

This part-time opportunity is only open to applicants residing in the Nashville/Franklin, TN area. A current residence is required to be considered.

Are you ready to make a real impact on food safety? As a Restaurant/Grocery Store Food Safety Field Specialist, you’ll be the ultimate food safety champion, ensuring that top-notch standards are met at every turn. This is more than just a part-time job – it’s a thrilling opportunity to safeguard what matters most: the health and well-being of everyone who enjoys the food we help protect. Your expertise will play a vital role in conducting dynamic audits, leading hands-on inspections, and delivering engaging training. If you're passionate about food safety, have a solid understanding of industry regulations, and thrive in restaurant or grocery store environments, this is your chance to either (a) take your career to the next level or (b) make part-time money in your core competency!

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead with Impact: Conduct regular food safety audits and inspections across multiple locations, ensuring everything runs smoothly and safely.
• Master Regulations: Stay ahead of the game by keeping up with local, state, and federal food safety guidelines to ensure all operations are compliant.
• Identify & Innovate: Spot potential risks and propose creative solutions to keep everything safe, secure, and up to industry standards.
• Solve Problems: Investigate food safety issues, identify root causes, and develop practical, efficient solutions to get everything back on track.
• Document with Precision: Maintain accurate, detailed records and prepare clear, actionable reports to track progress and highlight key findings.
• Collaborate & Elevate: Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure food safety standards are seamlessly integrated and upheld across all locations.

Experience Required:

1. Former Health Inspectors or 3rd Party Food Safety Auditors
2. Multi-Unit Restaurant Managers
3. Chefs/Culinary Specialists

Additional Qualifications:

• Certified Food Safety Pro: Serve-Safe certification equivalence and/or CP-FS Certification is a must! You’ll have the opportunity to earn it within your first 12 months if you don’t already have it.
• Strong Communication & Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze situations and craft innovative solutions to complex challenges.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation: A must-have for travel between locations.
• Hands-On Experience: Practical experience in food safety, quality assurance, or similar roles is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of Food Safety Standards: Familiarity with Food Code or Brand Standards is essential.
• Attention to Detail: Critical for identifying and resolving issues proactively.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Spanish Speaking: A plus but not required.

Company Description:

We conduct proactive inspections of restaurants to ensure they pass their health inspections.