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Steritech

Food Safety Specialist

Memphis, TN · On-site

Conducting Audits and Inspections * Implementing and Monitoring food safety * Training and Educating staff * Investigating food safety incidents * Ensuring compliance with regulations * Maintaining ...

SA Recycling

Warehouse Intern

Portland, TN · On-site

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

... Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards. Responsibilities of a Warehouse Intern ... Perform daily inspections on work area and equipment reporting any defects or needed repairs to ...

SA Recycling

Warehouse Intern

Portland, TN · On-site

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

... Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards. Responsibilities of a Warehouse Intern ... Perform daily inspections on work area and equipment reporting any defects or needed repairs to ...

LG

12 Month Internship- Quality Intern

Clarksville, TN

$13 - $17.50/hr

This role provides hands-on experience in quality documentation, data analysis, inspection support ... Safety Mindset: Follow all safety procedures and proactively prevent unsafe practices. Education:

LG

12 Month Internship- Quality Intern

Clarksville, TN · On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

This role provides hands-on experience in quality documentation, data analysis, inspection support ... Safety Mindset: Follow all safety procedures and proactively prevent unsafe practices. Education:

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How much do intern food safety inspection jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for intern food safety inspection in Tennessee is $15.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.08 and $17.45 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an intern food safety inspection?

An Intern Food Safety Inspection job involves assisting food safety professionals in ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Interns may conduct inspections, collect samples, observe food handling procedures, and help with documentation. They work under supervision to learn about food safety standards, regulatory guidelines, and hazard prevention methods. This role provides hands-on experience in food safety enforcement and prepares interns for careers in public health or food inspection.

What does an intern food safety inspection do?

As an Intern Food Safety Inspection, you will typically assist experienced inspectors in conducting facility walkthroughs, reviewing food handling processes, and recording observations. Your daily tasks may include data entry, preparing inspection reports, collecting samples for lab analysis, and learning how to apply local and federal food safety regulations. You may also participate in team meetings and receive training on best practices for food inspection. This hands-on experience will give you exposure to various types of food establishments and help you develop the knowledge and skills needed for advancement in the field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for an intern food safety inspection?

To thrive as an Intern Food Safety Inspection, a foundational knowledge of food safety regulations, microbiology, and sanitation practices is essential, typically supported by coursework in food science or public health. Familiarity with inspection checklists, data entry software, and occasionally, basic laboratory equipment or HACCP systems is valuable. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and a collaborative attitude help interns excel in diverse inspection settings. These skills ensure accurate assessments, compliance with safety standards, and constructive feedback to food industry professionals.

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Food Safety Specialist

Memphis, TN • On-site

Steritech
Business Schools and Computer and Management Training • 1 - 5K employees

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

15th of 37 rated health and safety providers

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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Benefits Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period!

For more information about our benefits, see below!

We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global leader in Pest Control and other services across more than 90 countries. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner to many of the world's leading brands and serve consumer and business customers across multiple industries. We are extremely proud of our legacy of excellence and constantly work to fulfill our mission to "protect people, enhance lives, and preserve the planet."

What do our Food Safety Specialists do?

The primary purpose of this role is to support our hotel, restaurant, and grocery clients in upholding their brand standards, ensuring exceptional food quality, and delivering friendly, customer-focused service to enhance the overall guest experience.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Conduct assessments that measure conformity to established regulatory, industry, and proprietary brand standards for clients

  • Observe food prep and cooking standards to ensure food safety, health, and sanitation practices

  • Partner with clients to address root causes of assessment discrepancies and develop corrective action plans

  • Teach and coach clients how to make their workplace a safer and healthier environment for themselves and THEIR customers

  • Travel 50%-70%, or 8-10 days per month, including some evening and weekend work

Essential Job Duties:

  • Conducting Audits and Inspections

  • Implementing and Monitoring food safety

  • Training and Educating staff

  • Investigating food safety incidents

  • Ensuring compliance with regulations

  • Maintaining documentation and records

  • Ability and desire to influence others with tact and skill

  • Ability to provide clear and constructive feedback in a positive manner

  • Thrives in an autonomous working environment

  • Ability to work a flexible schedule

  • Ability to organize and prioritize work based on urgency, efficiency and other factors

  • Strong technical knowledge of food safety is preferred

What do you need?

  • Meet the requirements to obtain a CP-FS certification

  • Available to work Monday-Friday and Saturdays and evenings as needed

  • Must possess a valid driver's license from state of residence

  • Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by us)

  • Strong knowledge of food safety is preferred

  • ServSafe and/or CP-FS Certification(s) a plus

  • Have excellent listening, organization, communication and time management skills

Why Choose Us?
A career with the Rentokil family of companies can be a professional trajectory filled with opportunity. We pride ourselves on being a world-class team that rewards high performance, and we love to promote from within. We offer competitive pay and many of our roles offer performance incentives.
Below you'll find information about some of what we have to offer. All Full-Time Colleagues qualify for the following and Part-Time Colleagues qualify for most benefits after they meet certain criteria.
Click here to read more about our Total Rewards Program which includes:
Professional and Personal Growth

  • Multiple avenues to grow your career

  • Training and development programs available

  • Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)


Health and Wellness

  • Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1

  • Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much more


Savings and Retirement

  • 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions

Work-Life Balance

  • Vacation days & sick days

  • Company-paid holidays & floating holidays

  • A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility


We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference where our customers live and work. Is that you?

This company is a Drug Free workplace.

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