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Join to apply for the Food Safety Specialist role at Elior Collegiate Dining The Role at a glance This is an on-site position in West Liberty, WV at West Liberty University. Job Reference Number: 32986 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Education Brand: Aladdin-Campus-Dining State: West Virginia (US-WV) Overview The Food & Safety Specialist is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the implementation, adherence, and continuous improvement of both food safety and physical safety protocols for West Liberty University. This role requires a thorough understanding of regulatory requirements, food safety compliance, and safety best practices to safeguard the well-being of our customers and team members. Responsibilities Food Safety: Ensure proper compliance with corporate food safety programs as required by local, state, and federal regulations. Prepare units for the health department and third-party audits and support any corrective action or continuous improvement tasks as needed. Monitor food safety log and SOP compliance. Ensure the development and delivery of food safety training programs for employees, ensuring proper handling, storage, and processing of food products. Monitor completion of internal MyFieldAudits and follow up on corrective actions. Investigate food safety incidents, conduct a root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Physical Safety: Ensure proper compliance with corporate physical safety programs to reduce workplace hazards and ensure compliance with OSHA and other relevant regulations. Training Delivery – Ensure training on health and safety management topics to WVU leadership & new managers on implementing safety programs. Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, maintenance, and human resources, to ensure seamless integration of safety programs. Monitor reports on food and physical safety performance metrics, trends, and improvement initiatives to senior management and segment safety. Attend client and operational meetings as needed to support the effective implementation of work-based food and physical safety solutions. Continuous Improvement: Stay current on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices related to food and physical safety. Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the effectiveness of safety programs and reduce risk. Promote a culture of safety and accountability throughout the organization. What we're looking for Minimum of 3 years of experience in food safety with a knowledge of workplace safety standards, preferably in hospitality or food production environment; combination of education and experience will be considered. Strong knowledge of HACCP, FDA Food Code, OSHA, and other relevant regulations. Experience conducting safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments. Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills. Certification in food safety (e.g., HACCP, ServSafe). Requirements Ability to work in a food production environment, including exposure to cold, heat, and other elements. Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required. Will consider experience or combination of education and experience in lieu of degree. Where you'll be working West Liberty University Compensation Range $16 - $18 / hour Our Benefits Medical (FT Employees) Dental Vision Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Discount Program Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit) EAP 401k Sick Time Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays) Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees) Paid Time Off About Aladdin As our higher education segment, Aladdin serves colleges and universities across the United States. From dining halls to sporting events, we recognize how important food is to the college experience, and strive to ensure that students receive delicious, healthy food to fuel them through education and life. About Elior-North America Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth. At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments. Disclaimer This job description can be revised by management as needed. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Food and Beverage Services #J-18808-Ljbffr Elior Collegiate Dining

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