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Environmental Health Specialist

Charlotte, MI · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

arry-Eaton District Health Department (BEDHD) is seeking two Environmental Health Specialists to ... Community Services Team - Primarily responsible for food safety and restaurant inspections, public ...

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Hotel Restaurant Manager - Jackdaw Restaurant

Aurora, CO · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Ensures compliance with OHM, brand, health department, food safety, sanitation, EcoSure, OSHA, and ... Conducts and/or participates in inspections, audits, and corrective action processes to maintain ...

The Brews Hall

Restaurant Supervisor

Torrance, CA · On-site

$24/hr

Be familiar with and follow all safety protocol including emergency, COVID, health department/food ... Conducts daily inspection of restaurant and equipment to ensure compliance with health, safety ...

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Food Safety Inspector

Bronx, NY

Strikeforce Staffing
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$50/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Food Safety Inspector 
Employer: Strike Force Staffing (SFS) 
Compensation: $50 per hour 
Location: Multiple Locations / Regional
Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Contract (as applicable)
Job Summary
The Food Safety Inspector is responsible for conducting health and safety inspections of food service establishments to ensure compliance with applicable state and local health department regulations. This role focuses on identifying food safety risks, documenting violations, and supporting restaurant operators in achieving and maintaining compliance with food safety standards and inspection requirements.
Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct on-site health and sanitation inspections of restaurants, cafés, and food service establishments in accordance with state and local food safety regulations
  • Evaluate food handling, storage, preparation, and temperature control practices
  • Inspect facilities for cleanliness, pest control, waste management, and equipment maintenance
  • Assess employee hygiene practices and food safety procedures
  • Identify violations, document findings, and prepare detailed inspection and compliance reports
  • Provide corrective action recommendations and guidance to management
  • Educate restaurant staff on food safety best practices and regulatory expectations
  • Conduct follow-up inspections to verify corrective actions and ongoing compliance
  • Stay current on state and local health codes, food safety regulations, and inspection criteria
  • Maintain accurate inspection records and documentation
 
 
 
Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in public health, environmental health, food safety, or a related field preferred
  • Prior experience in restaurant inspections, food safety audits, regulatory compliance, or quality assurance preferred
  • Knowledge of state and local food codes and inspection processes
  • Food safety certification (e.g., ServSafe, Food Protection Certificate, or equivalent) required or ability to obtain
  • Strong attention to detail and observational skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work professionally with restaurant owners, managers, and staff
  • Ability to travel to multiple locations as required
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb stairs for extended periods
  • Ability to work in kitchen environments with varying temperatures
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs as needed
Preferred Skills
  • Experience using inspection reporting software or mobile audit tools
  • Multilingual abilities a plus
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Objective, professional, and solution-oriented approach
Work Environment
  • On-site inspections in restaurants and commercial kitchens
  • Exposure to food preparation areas, cleaning chemicals, and variable environmental conditions
 
 
Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive compensation based on experience
  • Travel or mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
  • Training and continuing education opportunities