Regional F&B Safety Compliance Manager

 

Position Title: Regional F&B Safety Compliance Manager 

Pay 14 

Reports To:

Salary:  85,000-95,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus Eligible 

 

Our Passion is Food!

At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!

 

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Job Summary

The Regional Safety Manager (RSM) is a key member of the regional leadership team and will serve as the primary driver of food safety and occupational safety programs across multiple accounts. The RSM will work to reduce workplace injuries, improve food safety compliance, and build a proactive safety culture. This is a hands-on role that combines field engagement, training, auditing, data analysis, and leadership coaching to help units meet and exceed BAMCO’s health, safety, and compliance standards. Travel is required 75% of the time locally within a 50 mile radius of Portland.

 

Essential Duties/Functions/Tasks:

 

· Lead the development and execution of a regional safety and food safety plan for the duration of the pilot.

· Conduct regular site audits focused on safety protocols, food safety practices, chemical handling, and equipment compliance.

· Investigate workplace incidents, perform root cause analyses, and guide corrective actions.

· Facilitate training programs for frontline staff, managers, and chefs on topics including injury prevention, HACCP, allergens, sanitation, PPE, and more.

· Serve as a mentor and resource to unit-level Safety Champions and leadership.

· Partner with Human Resources, Legal, Culinary, and Operations to ensure alignment and follow-through.

· Establish systems to track safety KPIs, including near misses, lost-time incidents, inspection results, and training compliance.

· Produce monthly reporting dashboards and provide updates to the Regional VP and National Safety team.

· Foster a “Culture of Safety” through communication campaigns, recognition programs, and daily engagement.

Minimum Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

· 5+ years in operations, food service, or safety compliance roles.

· Experience managing or auditing health & safety or food safety programs across multiple locations.

· Strong knowledge of OSHA, HACCP, ServSafe, and state/local health codes.

· Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to train, coach, and influence.

· Proficiency in incident tracking and audit systems (or ability to learn quickly).

· Valid driver’s license and ability to travel frequently within the region.

Preferred:

· Certified Safety Professional (CSP), CHESP, or equivalent credential.

· ServSafe Instructor/Proctor certification.

· Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Core Competencies

· Leadership: Builds trust and motivates teams to prioritize safety and quality.

· Accountability: Drives compliance and owns outcomes with urgency.

· Problem-Solving: Identifies risks and solutions in fast-paced environments.

· Communication: Connects clearly and respectfully with diverse teams.

· Attention to Detail: Meticulous in documentation, reporting, and inspection.

 

Key Performance Indicators

· Reduce IFR