Food Safety Specialist

Food Safety Specialist

We're hiring AFCFC is seeking a highly motivated Food Safety Specialist to join our team

About Us

Since 1986, we've been redefining fresh and convenient dining as North America's largest franchisor of supermarket-based food service counters featuring sushi and other authentic Asian-inspired cuisine. Our well-loved brands, ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi and Wild Blue Sushi, are trusted names that bring flavor and freshness to communities every day.

With thousands of locations across the U.S. and Canada, we've built our reputation on quality, consistency, and innovation. Every dish we serve is freshly prepared with premium ingredients carefully packaged and designed for today's on-the-go lifestyle.

As the industry leader, we're passionate about delivering the perfect balance of taste, quality, and convenience. But what truly sets us apart is our people, the dedicated teams who bring our mission to life each day.

If you're looking to grow with a company that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement, we invite you to join us and shape the future of fresh dining.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Oversee food safety and sanitation performance for retail food service establishments
• Implement strategies to drive continuous improvement across assigned area(s)
• Conduct routine inspections of franchise locations to determine compliance with SSOP, store requirements, and state and local laws
• Educate operators during routine visits on food safety, internal policies, and operational procedures
• Conduct investigations into reported matters of product quality, food service operation compliance and related categories
• Lead Food Safety Training/Discussion sessions with operators and partners
• Support, develop, and maintain alliances with regulatory and industry partners
• Coordinate, present/participate in Food Safety Refresher trainings.
• Support new store openings with respect to preparation for regulatory inspections and compliance alignment.
• Support with other food safety program needs such as, but not limited to, variance submissions, recall activities, temperature/product studies, etc.
• Monitor, and report, regulatory legislation updates specific to areas of coverage.
• Oher job related functions as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related science/discipline (Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Public Health, Environmental Health, etc.)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Quality Assurance, Public or Environmental Health with an emphasis in Food Protection
• Working knowledge of food safety legislation specific to the following provinces: British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Ontario
• Fluent with HACCP
• Professional, articulate and team oriented
• Diligent and highly organized
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills; be able to converse calmly and effectively during crisis situations
• Ability to travel by car and air, up to 75%
• Proficient in MS Office applications
• Ability to adapt and excel in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage time efficiently and execute projects diligently
• CPHI(C) or CP-FS Certification is desired
• Driver license in good standing

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

What's On the Menu for You? (Compensation & Benefits)

We don't just serve fresh sushi; we serve fresh opportunities

Here's a taste of what you can expect:

• Competitive Pay Package (see salary range listed)
• Annual Bonus Opportunity (Discretionary) – up to 5% of base salary
• Competitive Health & Wellness Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance -100% covered by AFC for employee only coverage)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays including a Floating Holiday to celebrate your birthday
• Special Employee Anniversary Milestone Gift
• Other Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus
• A friendly & positive work culture which inspires collaboration, recognizes accomplishments, and fosters continuous growth, creating not just a workplace, but a community where people truly thrive.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $74,000.00-$86,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

• Food safety: 3 years (required)
• Food management: 3 years (required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (required)

Work Location: On the road