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Metropolitan Market

Food Safety Specialist

Seattle, WA, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $85,200.00 - $100,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
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Benefits

competitive pay
Team member discount
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health savings account
Flexible spending arrangement
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
retirement plans
Paid Time Off
sick leave
Reduced cost ORCA Card program
Education support
Career development opportunities

Job Description

Metropolitan Market, LLC is a premier retail establishment renowned for its commitment to quality, exceptional customer service, and a diverse selection of fresh and specialty foods. Operating in the retail grocery sector, the company has established itself as a trusted destination for shoppers who prioritize both product excellence and sustainable practices. Metropolitan Market's Retail Support Center located in Bellevue serves as a hub for various operational and strategic functions dedicated to sustaining and enhancing the company's standards and customer satisfaction across all store locations. The company values innovation, teamwork, and community engagement, fostering a workplace culture that emphasizes employee development... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum three years of experience working in operational food safety
  • Proven experience managing food safety compliance in a multi-site environment involving highly perishable foods
  • Strong knowledge of food safety and HACCP/Department of Health guidelines
  • Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) or Food Safety Professional (CP-FS) certification preferred
  • Proven experience developing, delivering, and evaluating food safety training programs
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from company leadership, guests, and the general public
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and standard operating procedures
  • Demonstrates appropriate professional judgment
  • Strong time management and organizational skills
  • Works collaboratively while building trust-based relationships with team members
  • Comfortable with ambiguity and rapidly changing environments
  • Possesses insatiable curiosity
  • Uses creativity to overcome unexpected challenges
  • Ability to remain flexible
  • Embraces change as an opportunity for growth
  • Demonstrates a high level of self-motivation
  • Takes initiative
  • Problem solves
  • Experience using MS Office Suite.

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of three years of experience working in operational food safety
  • Proven experience managing food safety compliance in a multi-site environment involving highly perishable foods
  • Strong knowledge of food safety and HACCP/Department of Health guidelines
  • Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) or Food Safety Professional (CP-FS) certification preferred
  • Proven experience developing, delivering, and evaluating food safety training programs
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from company leadership, guests, and the general public
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and standard operating procedures
  • Demonstrates appropriate professional judgment
  • Strong time management and organizational skills
  • Works collaboratively while building trust-based relationships with team members
  • Comfortable with ambiguity and rapidly changing environments
  • Possesses insatiable curiosity and uses creativity to overcome unexpected challenges
  • Ability to remain flexible and embraces change as an opportunity for growth
  • Demonstrates a high level of self-motivation with initiative and problem-solving skills
  • Experience using MS Office Suite.

Job Duties

  • Provides strategic leadership and oversight to ensure food safety regulatory compliance across the organization
  • Demonstrates knowledge of HACCP and Department of Health guidelines, ensuring required permits and licenses are maintained
  • Develops and maintains comprehensive food safety protocols and standards in line with federal, state, and local regulations
  • Conducts regular store audits to identify and address food safety issues, while providing feedback and training for team members, department leaders, and Store Director teams
  • Maintains a strong presence as a food safety expert across all locations, fostering a culture of food safety excellence and continuous improvement
  • Mentors and coaches team members on food safety best practices, equipping them with the knowledge to maintain safety standards
  • Leads and manages companywide food safety training programs for all team members, including proper handling and storage of food, personal hygiene, allergen identification, labeling, and sanitation practices
  • Oversees and ensures compliance with required food safety training for all leadership positions, including the Washington State Food Safety Manager Certification and Training
  • Acts as the subject matter expert for the PMG team on product labeling and safe production standards
  • Ensures compliance with Washington State Department of Agriculture licensing and Certificates of Insurance requirements
  • Responsible for product recalls companywide
  • Ensures companywide maintenance and sanitation programs are in compliance with food safety requirements
  • Manages digital food safety platform, overseeing food safety-related content and ensuring each store location consistently meets their target food safety and Country of Origin Labeling audit completion
  • Conducts investigations and responds to food safety incidents, including guest complaints and illness reports
  • Analyzes food safety data, audit results, and trends, recommending improvements or new procedures
  • Advises company leadership on emerging trends, regulations, and issues affecting food safety.

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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