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Stewart's Shops

Food Safety (Jolley)

Burlington, VT · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Many of our partners go on to be Assistant Managers, Shop Trainers, Managers, Auditors, or join ... Our "Food To Go" program is one of the fastest growing areas in our shops. We provide our customers ...

CookUnity

Food Safety Supervisor

Atlanta, GA

Experience managing food operations with a proven track record within a fast-paced environment. * State/Local Food Safety Certification; (ie. HACCP Manager, PCQI, ) * Experience executing a HACCP ...

CookUnity

Food Safety Supervisor

Austin, TX · On-site

The Food Safety Supervisor ensures a sustainable, safe, clean, and functional environment in the ... Manages the receiving, cooking, cooling and packing processes to ensure compliance with HACCP plan.

BrightFarms

Food Safety Technician

Yorkville, IL

Position Summary The FSQ Technician plays a critical role in implementing and supporting food safety and quality programs on the production floor. Working under the guidance of the FSQ Manager, this ...

Solenis

Food Safety Auditor (contract)

$70/hr

Exceptions can be made for significant travel expenses away from your home area, as agreed upon with program manager. What qualifications we require • Certified Professional Food Safety (CP-FS ...

CookUnity

Food Safety Supervisor

Austin, TX · On-site

$22.50 - $26/hr

The Food Safety Supervisor ensures a sustainable, safe, clean, and functional environment in the ... Manages the receiving, cooking, cooling and packing processes to ensure compliance with HACCP plan.

CFS

Food Safety & Audit Specialist

Bakersfield, CA

$70K - $95K/yr

Support food safety programs, compliance initiatives, and audit preparation * Maintain and organize food safety documentation and records * Assist with internal audits, inspections, and corrective ...

CFS

Food Safety & Audit Specialist

Bakersfield, CA

$70K - $95K/yr

Support food safety programs, compliance initiatives, and audit preparation * Maintain and organize food safety documentation and records * Assist with internal audits, inspections, and corrective ...

CookUnity

Food Safety Supervisor

Chicago, IL · On-site

The Food Safety Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and maintaining food safety & sanitation standards across the facility. This role includes monitoring compliance with food safety regulations ...

CFS

Food Safety & Audit Specialist

Bakersfield, CA

$70K - $95K/yr

Support food safety programs, compliance initiatives, and audit preparation * Maintain and organize food safety documentation and records * Assist with internal audits, inspections, and corrective ...

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As of Jun 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for food safety program manager in the United States is $71,639.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $88,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Food Safety Program Manager requires expertise in food science, regulatory compliance, HACCP principles, and typically a degree in food safety or a related field. Familiarity with tools like SQF/BRC certification systems, food safety management software, and auditing protocols is essential. Strong leadership, attention to detail, and effective communication are vital soft skills for coordinating teams and ensuring compliance. These competencies are crucial to maintaining food safety standards, minimizing risk, and protecting public health in food production environments.

What are some common challenges faced by Food Safety Program Managers, and how can they be addressed in a dynamic food production environment?

Food Safety Program Managers often encounter challenges such as staying up-to-date with ever-changing regulations, ensuring consistent compliance across multiple sites, and fostering a culture of food safety among diverse teams. Addressing these challenges requires ongoing training, proactive communication, and robust internal audit systems. Collaboration with cross-functional departments like quality assurance, production, and supply chain is key to identifying risks early and implementing effective corrective actions.

What does a Food Safety Program Manager do?

A Food Safety Program Manager oversees the development, implementation, and monitoring of food safety protocols within an organization. They ensure compliance with food safety regulations and standards, conduct risk assessments, and coordinate training for staff on safe food handling practices. Their role is critical in preventing foodborne illnesses and ensuring that products meet both regulatory and customer expectations. They often work closely with quality assurance teams, regulatory agencies, and production staff to maintain a safe food supply.

What is the difference between Food Safety Program Manager vs Food Safety Specialist?

AspectFood Safety Program ManagerFood Safety Specialist
CertificationsServSafe, HACCP certification, ISO 22000ServSafe, HACCP certification
Work EnvironmentOversees programs across multiple facilities or departmentsPerforms inspections, audits, and training at specific sites
ResponsibilitiesDevelops, implements, and manages food safety programsEnsures compliance, conducts inspections, and provides training

The Food Safety Program Manager typically has broader responsibilities, overseeing food safety initiatives across multiple locations, while the Food Safety Specialist focuses on executing inspections and compliance at specific sites. Both roles require similar certifications and work within the same industry, but the Program Manager holds a more strategic, leadership-oriented position.

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Quality Patient Safety Program Manager

Quality Patient Safety Program Manager

CommonSpirit Health

Omaha, NE • On-site

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

CommonSpirit Health rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 500 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

402nd of 865 rated healthcare providers

Job description


Job Summary and Responsibilities

The primary function of the Quality/Patient Safety Program Manager is to support, coordinate, and facilitate the quality management (QM), patient safety (PS) and regulatory performance improvement (PI) activities for the hospital and medical staff. This role also serves as a resource to employees, management, nursing directors, senior management, councils, physicians and teams on quality management activities and will handle patient
sensitive and confidential hospital information.

Assists in the design, planning, implementation and coordination of Quality Management, Patient Safety and Performance Improvement activities for assigned hospital and medical staff departments, committees, divisions, service lines and functions. Proactively coordinates and facilitates performance improvement teams to support key initiatives, including but not limited to, activities focused on clinical quality improvement, patient safety and risk reduction, patient
experience, efficiency, FMEAS, root cause analyses and medical staff improvement (e.g. case review for peer review,
OPPE, FPPE).


Participates in an integral role to ensure compliance with CMS HIQRP/HOQRP, TJC, Leapfrog, etc., data collection and reporting of process and outcome measures. Facilitates development and implementation of data collection tools and processes including the ability to: identify data elements needed to complete appropriate measurement, perform data collection and abstraction per specifications, and validate data prior to submission or preview reports prior to
publication.


Facilitates meetings, presents data and reports, identifies key findings and assists with action plans and implementation.


Maintains current knowledge of accreditation and licensing requirements and must be a resource to staff on these regulations in order to improve management of outcomes and ensure compliance. Assists with regulatory readiness and survey preparation activities including mock survey tracers.

Job Requirements

Licensed Registered Nurse, Licensed Clinical Pharmacist, or other Licensed Clinical Staff and three (3) years clinical experience in an acute care setting


Must be able to perform case reviews for medical staff peer review and medical and/or surgical Registry Abstraction


One (1) year healthcare-related quality management/performance improvement experience (e.g., chart audit, PI team member, etc.)

Current state license in a clinical field in state of practice.


Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ), or Healthcare Quality and Management Certification (HCQM), or Certificate of
Professional Healthcare Quality and Patient Safety (CPQPS) within 2 years of employment is required.

Where You'll Work

At CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy, our focus is patient-centered care. Our level I trauma center and academic medical center campus is designed to heal the body, mind, and spirit of every person in a more comfortable, less stressful hospital environment. Our full range of medical services includes trauma services, heart and vascular care, emergency services, surgery, maternity, cancer care, and diagnostic imaging.

Qualifications:

Licensed Registered Nurse, Licensed Clinical Pharmacist, or other Licensed Clinical Staff and three (3) years clinical experience in an acute care setting


Must be able to perform case reviews for medical staff peer review and medical and/or surgical Registry Abstraction


One (1) year healthcare-related quality management/performance improvement experience (e.g., chart audit, PI team member, etc.)

Current state license in a clinical field in state of practice.


Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ), or Healthcare Quality and Management Certification (HCQM), or Certificate of
Professional Healthcare Quality and Patient Safety (CPQPS) within 2 years of employment is required.

Employment Type: Full Time

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