Senior Director of Food and Workplace Safety - Remote

 

Position Title: SENIOR DIRECTOR OF FOOD & WORKPLACE SAFETY - REMOTE 

Salary: $145000 - $150000 / year

Other Forms of Compensation: 10% Bonus Opportunity 

 

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

 

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.

Job Summary:

The Senior Director of Food & Workplace Safety will lead and oversee the strategic development, implementation, and continuous improvement of food safety and workplace safety programs for a sector within Compass Group North America. This key leadership role will ensure the organization complies with all relevant regulatory standards and internal safety policies while maintaining the highest levels of safety across our food operations. The Senior Director will work cross-functionally with operations, quality assurance, human resources and legal teams to drive a culture of safety and quality that aligns with the company’s overall objectives, with travel of up to 30% expected to support on-site program execution and engagement. This role is remote and may be based in any major US city.

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

Food Safety:

• Leadership: Develop and implement food safety strategies to meet or exceed industry standards (FDA, USDA, HACCP, FSMA).
• Compliance & Audits: Ensure adherence to food safety regulations, conduct audits, and address compliance gaps.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Monitor, analyze, and report on food safety metrics, trends, and KPIs to identify patterns and make data-driven improvements in food safety practices.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate food safety risks, investigate incidents, and lead corrective actions.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to enhance food safety practices, leveraging new technologies, certifications, and industry best practices to improve food safety outcomes.

 

Workplace Safety:

• Program Development: Oversee workplace safety programs aligned with applicable regulatory agencies (OSHA, EPA, DNV, Joint Commission, CMS and company goals.
• Safety Culture: Promote a safety-first culture, engage employees in safety initiatives.
• Incident Management: Lead investigations of workplace accidents, manage corrective actions.
• Safety programs: Enforce programs focused on reducing injuries and enhancing employee health, ensuring consistent application and compliance across teams.

 

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Leadership:

• Operations Partnership: Work with operations to integrate safety goals into daily workflows.
• Communication: Provide regular updates to senior management and report to regulatory agencies.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor safety teams, ensuring high performance and collaboration.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Safety Management, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in food safety or workplace safety, with 5+ years in leadership roles.
• Strong experience in food safety regulations (HACCP, FSMA) and workplace safety (OSHA).

 

Skills & Competencies:

• Knowledge of food safety standards and workplace safety regulations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical skills to assess safety risks and implement solutions.
• Project management skills to handle multiple initiatives.
• High attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to travel upwards of