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Food Safety & Quality Director

New Bern, NC

$20 - $27/hr

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Chick-fil-A - Immediate Food Safety & Quality Director Needed Are you passionate about ensuring food safety and quality standards are met at the highest level? Do you thrive in a dynamic and fast ...

... direct reports or field teams. * ServSafe Manager Certification required; Certified Professional in Food Safety (CP-FS) or Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) strongly preferred.

Interact with Human Resources and the Director of Healthy Initiative on issues pertaining to ... work full-time for our company in various roles after graduation. If you're looking for a great ...

You willsetthe multi-year food safety vision as we scale from 80 restaurants tonearly 90across ... developing direct reports or field teams. * ServSafeManager Certificationrequired; Certified ...

Food Safety Manager Dallas, TX Job Type: Full-Time Job Summary: Gonzalez Food Products, a growing snack food manufacturer, is seeking an experienced Food Safety Manager to lead our food safety ...

Manager Food Safety and Quality Othello

Othello, WA · On-site

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Regular - Full-Time Grade: Grade 06 Requisition ID: 42909 About the role. In every role, McCainers ... Reports to the Director Food Safety & Quality Operations West. * Direct and supervise the ...

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How much do full time director food safety jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time director food safety in the United States is $32.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $48.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Director Food Safety vs Food Safety Manager?

AspectFull Time Director Food SafetyFood Safety Manager
CertificationsCertified Food Safety Professional (CFSP), HACCP certificationHACCP certification, ServSafe Food Manager
Work EnvironmentCorporate offices, executive meetings, strategic planningFood production facilities, restaurants, quality control
Employer & Industry UsageLarge food corporations, manufacturing, retail chainsFood service establishments, manufacturing plants
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding executive-level food safety rolesOperational food safety responsibilities

The Full Time Director Food Safety typically holds a higher-level, strategic role overseeing food safety policies across organizations, requiring advanced certifications and experience. In contrast, a Food Safety Manager focuses on daily operations, implementing safety procedures on the ground. Both roles are essential but differ mainly in scope, responsibilities, and seniority within the food industry.

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Food Safety Director

Chick-fil-A

Tampa, FL • On-site

$27/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago


Chick-fil-A rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 7,597 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

16th of 106 rated fast food restaurants


Job description

Food Safety & Quality Specialist

Tampa, FL

Who We're Looking For

We're seeking a highly detail-oriented Food Safety & Quality Specialist with a passion for operational excellence and brand protection. This role is ideal for someone with a background in high-standard restaurant environments-especially Chick-fil-A-or experience in regulatory inspections who understands the standards.

What You'll Do
  • Conduct routine and surprise food safety audits across restaurant operations
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal health regulations as well as third party Ecosure Food safety visits and Quality Visits.
  • Lead food safety training and coaching for leadership and team members
  • Identify risks and implement corrective action plans with implementation of systems for long term success.
  • Maintain and monitor OSHA regulations
  • Partner with operations leaders to drive continuous improvement
  • Prepare for and support health inspections with confidence and accuracy
  • Understand and enforce Chick-fil-A's Quality standards for menu items.
  • Analyze trends and provide actionable insights to leadership
  • Help create a proactive food safety culture . Reinforcing the importance of food safety as a critical part of guest experience and stewardship.
  • Documenting and tracking inspection results and trends.
  • Servsafe Leader Certification management for compliance
What Makes You a Strong Fit
  • Experience in a high-standard food service environment.
  • OR background as a Health Inspector / Food Safety Inspector
  • Deep understanding of food safety systems, audits, and compliance
  • Strong coaching skills and ability to create systems and processes
  • Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
  • Comfortable holding teams accountable while maintaining strong relationships
Qualifications
  • 2+ years in food safety, quality assurance, or restaurant leadership
  • HACCP Certification (or willingness to obtain)
  • ServSafe Manager Certification (or equivalent)
  • Knowledge of FDA Food Code and local health regulations

Working at a Chick-fil-A restaurant is more than a job - it's an opportunity for teamwork and leadership development in a positive, people-focused environment. Most Chick-fil-A restaurants are locally owned and operated by independent, franchised Operators who invest in the future of their Team Members and give back to their communities.

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About Chick-fil-A

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Chick-fil-A, based in Atlanta, GA, US, is a well-known company in the quick-service restaurant industry. The company's official website is chick-fil-a.com. Chick-fil-A specializes in freshly prepared chicken sandwiches and other delicious chicken meals. It was founded by Truett Cathy in 1946, initially as a diner named 'The Dwarf Grill'. In 1967, the first Chick-fil-A restaurant was established. Today, Chick-fil-A operates more than 2,400 restaurants across the U.S. The core values of the company include integrity, excellence, continuous improvement, and caring. The mission of Chick-fil-A is to "Be America's best quick-service restaurant." The company prides itself on providing high-quality food and service, fostering a positive dining experience, and giving back to the communities they serve. Notable achievements include pioneering in-mall fast food and introducing the original boneless chicken sandwich.

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Restaurants, food services and drinking places and traveler accommodation

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Atlanta, GA, US

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