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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Food Safety Auditor to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting thorough audits of food processing plants, restaurants, and other establishments where food is prepared or handled, to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal food safety regulations. Your primary goal will be to protect public health by identifying potential food safety hazards and working with businesses to correct these issues. This position requires a strong understanding of food safety standards, excellent observational and analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with business owners and regulatory agencies. As a Food Safety Auditor, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of the food supply chain, from farm to fork. You will need to stay up-to-date with the latest food safety research, trends, and regulations, and be prepared to educate and advise food business operators on best practices for food safety. This is a challenging but rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about public health and food safety.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Conduct food safety audits in accordance with established guidelines and standards.
- Identify non-compliance issues and potential food safety hazards.
- Provide detailed reports of findings and recommendations for corrective actions.
- Educate food business operators on food safety standards and best practices.
- Stay informed about changes in food safety regulations and standards.
- Work with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance and address violations.
- Develop and implement food safety training programs.
- Assist in the development of food safety policies and procedures.
- Monitor corrective actions taken by food businesses to ensure compliance.
- Participate in food safety conferences and workshops.
Requirements
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- Certification as a Food Safety Auditor from a recognized organization.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in food safety auditing or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal food safety regulations.
- Excellent observational and analytical skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Willingness to travel to various audit sites.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to public health and safety.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and audit reporting software.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with food safety audits?
- How do you stay updated on changes in food safety regulations?
- Can you give an example of a challenging audit you conducted and how you handled it?
- How would you handle a situation where a business is resistant to implementing recommended food safety practices?
- What strategies do you use to ensure thorough and unbiased audits?