[Hiring] Independent Contractor - Retail Food Safety Auditor @NSF International

Role Description

As the Independent Contractor Retail Food Safety Auditor for the Cleveland, OH or Youngstown, OH territory, you will play a crucial role in the mission of NSF – to protect and improve human and planet health. As a food safety auditor, you will have the opportunity to travel, meet new people, and learn more about many of the businesses you may frequent as a consumer. You’ll inform and educate restaurant, bar, grocery store, and foodservice personnel about specific standards while continuing to learn more about those industries.

• Perform 2nd party audits for retail clients
• Summarize audit findings
• Communicate effectively with clients, Audit Delivery Manager, and Account Manager
• Demonstrate a high level of Quality and Integrity in daily responsibilities
• Overnight travel required
• 50% of audits will need to take place in the evenings or on weekends
• 10-50 audit hours per month offered

Qualifications

• Must have a degree
• At least 2 years of experience in food safety, restaurant, or grocery operations
• Excellent verbal and written communication, analysis, and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to travel up to 80% of the time including overnight as required
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Prior food safety experience/knowledge
• Must live in Cleveland or Youngstown area to be considered for the position

Requirements

• Prior food safety audit experience preferred
• ServSafe certification preferred
• Certified CP-FS (Certified Professional Food Safety) or capable to obtain within 3 months (or equivalent certification)

Company Description

With a legacy spanning more than 80 years, NSF leverages science and innovation to improve human and planet health. We provide science-driven, independent testing, inspection, certification, and advisory services and develop the very standards that drive the food, water, and life sciences industries worldwide. We empower our clients to navigate shifting regulations to improve consumer health, safety, and quality of life.

• One of our core values is We Are One NSF, embracing cultural, ethnic, language, and demographic diversity.
• NSF is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.
• From farm to fork, NSF is the go-to partner for the food, nutrition, and wellness industries, ensuring the highest level of product safety, quality, integrity, and sustainability.