Manager, Food Safety and Quality Assurance - Phoenix

About the position

The Food Safety and Quality Assurance Manager at Phoenix Airport is responsible for overseeing food safety operations, ensuring compliance with health regulations, and fostering a culture of food safety within the organization. This role involves collaboration with senior management, conducting audits, training staff, and maintaining high standards of food safety in a fast-paced airport environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all food safety-related inquiries.
• Work collaboratively with senior operations management to foster a 'food safety culture'.
• Review analysis and specialized audits and reports on food safety and operational assessments.
• Partner with senior management to respond to and resolve audit and complaint deficiencies.
• Analyze data from the annual Food Defense Assessment to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and deliver allergen and food safety training initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with regulatory agencies and suppliers.
• Deliver Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) plans for production kitchens.
• Conduct annual Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) reviews.
• Perform environmental monitoring for data trending and microbial data.
• Assist with annual 'mock recalls' to trace food ingredients.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in food science, microbiology, or related field required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a food safety and quality assurance role within the food service industry.
• Proven track record of implementing and managing food safety programs.
• Experience with regulatory audits and inspections, including FSMA and FDA Food Code compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop food safety teams.
• Certified Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) and HACCP Certification required.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and standards.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the airport or hospitality industry is preferred.

Benefits

• Quarterly bonus and year-end super bonus
• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Plans
• Paid Time Off
• 401K with company match
• Employee Assistance Program