Freelance Food Safety & Brand Standard Auditor (Johannesburg)

Ecolab Deutschland Gmbh; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecolab Deutschland Gmbh is seeking a freelance Food Safety & Brand Standard Auditor in Johannesburg. This role involves conducting audits, consulting, and training clients in the food service and hospitality industry. Candidates with food safety certifications and strong relationship management skills are encouraged to apply. Join a culture committed to inclusion and belonging.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in food safety evaluations and brand standards.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations for food safety and workplace health standards.
• Consult and train clients on hygiene practices.
• Work with account management to resolve client challenges.

Skills

Food safety certifications (HACCP, ISO, BRC)

Experience in retail food safety

Teaching or coaching experience

Relationship management skills

Consulting skills

Planning and organizational skills

Job description

Ecosure - a division of Ecolab and an industry leader in food safety and brand protection, is rapidly expanding globally.

We are looking for a freelance Food Safety & Brand Standard Auditor, based in Johannesburg , South Africa.

Our specialists are unique safety experts on whom our clients in the food service and hospitality industry rely.

We are looking for professionals to provide customized, comprehensive on-site evaluations and training to help our clients maintain the highest standards in food safety, cleanliness, guest experience and brand protection.

These programs help our clients meet their expected quality standards through on-site evaluations and customized training programs.

What you will do : Conduct food safety, brand standards and workplace health and safety evaluations at client locations Consult, coach and train clients on the latest food safety, health, and hygiene practices Work with account management teams to resolve client challenges Perform a budgeted number of audits weekly that ensures high customer satisfaction Access and leverage industry leading food safety practices and ongoing, active monitoring of health inspection information Provide accurate reporting and ensure effective customer communication and relationships Preferred Qualifications and Skills : Food safety certifications such as HACCP, ISO , BRC, or NEHA credentials (RS, REHS, or CP-FS) are highly valued Experience in retail food safety and conducting brand standards reviews Possession of a valid driver's license Proven teaching or coaching experience in a food-related field Excellent relationship management and advanced consulting skills.

Strong planning, organizational abilities, and meticulous attention to detail Ability to work independently with initiative, sound judgment, and exceptional decision-making and problem-solving skills Capable of performing well under pressure, managing multiple tasks simultaneously, and meeting tight deadlines efficiently This position will partner with Ecolab on an independent consulting basis Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging Ecolab is committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and furthering the principles of Equal Opportunity to Employment.

We will recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance in all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement.

Ecolab will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin,citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, or disability.