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Weis

Clean In Place Specialist

Sunbury, PA

... FDA, food safety, PDA, and Weis Markets rules and regulations. * Perform quarterly and monthly pump and valve inspections to ensure high product integrity is maintained. * Responsible for maintaining ...

Weis Markets

Clean In Place Specialist

Sunbury, PA · On-site

... FDA, food safety, PDA, and Weis Markets rules and regulations. * Perform quarterly and monthly pump and valve inspections to ensure high product integrity is maintained. * Responsible for maintaining ...

Paradise Tomato Kitchen

Seasonal QA

Los Banos, CA · On-site

Food safety process equipment calibration verification checks and inspections including by not ... plant is meeting FDA food safety requirements. * Other projects and tasks as assigned.

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Associate, FDA Regulations - DC

Washington, DC · On-site

$225K/yr

... food, and cosmetics. Key Responsibilities: * Advise clients on FDA regulatory matters, with a focus ... Provide legal guidance during FDA inspections, investigations, and enforcement actions * Conduct ...

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Associate, FDA Regulations - DC

Washington, DC

$225K/yr

... food, and cosmetics. Key Responsibilities: * Advise clients on FDA regulatory matters, with a focus ... Provide legal guidance during FDA inspections, investigations, and enforcement actions * Conduct ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for fda food inspector in the United States is $54,939.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,500.00 and $63,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An FDA Food Inspector is responsible for ensuring that food products meet federal safety and labeling regulations. They inspect food processing facilities, warehouses, and distribution centers to identify potential health hazards, contamination, or violations. Inspectors collect samples, review documentation, and enforce compliance with FDA regulations. Their work helps protect public health by preventing foodborne illnesses and ensuring that consumers receive safe, properly labeled food products.

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To thrive as an FDA Food Inspector, you need a solid background in food science, microbiology, or a related field, often supported by a bachelor's degree and relevant regulatory knowledge. Familiarity with inspection tools, laboratory testing equipment, and FDA reporting systems like FACTS (Field Accomplishments and Compliance Tracking System) is essential. Strong attention to detail, clear communication, and critical thinking help inspectors effectively assess facilities and interact with stakeholders. These capabilities ensure the safety of the national food supply through meticulous inspections and regulatory compliance.

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FDA Food Inspectors often work in a variety of environments, including food processing plants, warehouses, agricultural sites, and sometimes laboratories or field offices. Schedules can include regular travel and occasional non-standard hours to inspect facilities during production. The job involves both independent inspections and collaboration with facility staff, federal teams, and sometimes state or local agencies. Inspectors must be comfortable in environments that require stringent hygiene protocols and sometimes personal protective equipment. This dynamic work setting helps ensure the safety and integrity of the food supply chain.
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Director of Food Service

Director of Food Service

Blackstone Consulting, Inc.

Kings Point, NY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Blackstone Consulting Inc. rating

5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 31 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

64th of 100 rated security

Job description

Position Summary
The Director Food Service is responsible for overseeing and optimizing food service retail operations at MMA. This role ensures contract compliance, operational excellence, food safety, financial performance, and customer satisfaction while aligning operations with DoD standards, military regulations, and company objectives.
The Director of Food Service provides leadership to regional and installation-level managers, ensures consistent execution of DoD contract requirements, and serves as a primary liaison with government contracting officers, installation leadership, and inspection authorities.
The Director will also drive standardization and modernization of operations through implementation of food service technologies, Food Information Management Systems (FIMS), cycle menu development, recipe standardization, and cost control systems to enhance operational efficiency, transparency, and performance.
Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee daily food service retail operations.
  • Ensure full compliance with contract requirements, Performance Work Statements (PWS), and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
  • Interpret and execute DoD, DLA, and installation-specific policies and directives.
  • Serve as senior operational point of contact for Contracting Officers (CO), Contracting Officer's Representatives (COR), and installation leadership.
  • Lead and participate in performance reviews, inspections, audits.
  • Respond to Corrective Action Requests (CARs) and implement preventive measures.
  • Support proposal development and operational input for recompetes and new awards.

Food Safety, Quality & Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation standards, including:
    • DoD Food Code
    • FDA Food Code
    • HACCP programs
    • Army Veterinary Services / Public Health inspections
  • Oversee sanitation, temperature control, allergen management, and food defense programs.
  • Ensure all facilities maintain inspection readiness and pass announced and unannounced audits.

Financial & Retail Performance Management
  • Manage operational budgets, labor models, food costs, and margins across all sites.
  • Monitor retail KPIs including sales, labor productivity, shrink, inventory control, and customer throughput.
  • Ensure accurate forecasting, pricing compliance, and adherence to contract pricing structures.
  • Identify opportunities to improve profitability while maintaining contract compliance.
  • Implement and enforce food & beverage cost control systems and processes, including inventory management, waste reduction, yield tracking, and standardized reporting.

Leadership & Workforce Management
  • Lead, mentor, and develop regional managers, project managers, and site leadership.
  • Ensure staffing levels meet contract requirements and service demands.
  • Oversee hiring, training, certification, and performance management of food service personnel.
  • Promote a culture of safety, accountability, professionalism, and customer service.

Safety, Security & Risk Management
  • Ensure compliance with installation access requirements, background checks, and security protocols.
  • Oversee workplace safety programs and incident reporting.
  • Ensure emergency preparedness and continuity of operations plans are in place at all sites.

Process Improvement & Innovation
  • Standardize operating procedures across installations while accommodating installation-specific requirements.
  • Implement technology solutions for scheduling, inventory, reporting, and compliance tracking.
  • Oversee deployment and utilization of Food Information Management Systems (FIMS) for menu management, allergen tracking, and nutritional transparency.
    • Drive development and execution of cycle menus aligned with DoD standards, customer demand, and operational efficiency.
    • Ensure recipe standardization across all locations to maintain consistency, portion control, and quality.
  • Drive continuous improvement in speed of service, food quality, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications
Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 8-10+ years of progressive food service operations leadership experience.
  • Demonstrated experience managing DoD or federal food service contracts.
  • Strong understanding of PWS execution, COR interactions

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Qualifications
Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 8-10+ years of progressive food service operations leadership experience.
  • Demonstrated experience managing DoD or federal food service contracts.
  • Strong understanding of PWS execution, COR interactions
  • Physical Demands
    • Lift and carry up to 50 lbs
    • Walks, stands and moves about the kitchen and dining facility to ensure compliance with SOP
    • Some bending and stooping

    The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machines, etc. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, fax machine and computer printer.
    Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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