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Stew Leonard's Food Safety Coordinator in Danbury, Connecticut
Stew Leonard’s, a family-owned and operated fresh food store founded in 1969, has locations in Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey. Stew’s earned its nickname, the “Disneyland of Dairy Stores” because of its country-fair atmosphere, with costumed characters and animated entertainment throughout the store that keep children entertained while parents shop.
Food Safety Coordinator
Full Time Hourly
Starting rate $20 to $25, depending on qualifications and experience
Position Description:
Working closely with the Quality Control Specialist and Director, this entry-level position will provide guidance to Team Members regarding safe food handling practices, cleaning and sanitizing work areas, and preparing fresh and wholesome foods.
Your day-to-day:
Conduct health inspections and implement food safety training programs
Work with Federal, State, Local and Store In-House health inspections in the documentation and follow up with the respective store/departments
Conduct warehouse audits to ensure the quality and freshness of our products
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Knowledgeable of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)
Qualifications:
Serv-safe Certified or equivalent certification
Strong computer skills
Effective communication skills, both written and oral
Multilingual skills, especially English and Spanish, preferred
Willingness to learn and maintain an open mindset
Food production experience is a plus
Ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment as well as independently
High School diploma or equivalent
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task
What you bring to the team:
Able to stay calm in pressure situations
Able to meet time-sensitive deadlines
Can troubleshoot various situations
Is fair but firm
Maintain confidentiality
Lead by example
Highly detail-oriented
Strong work ethic and dependable
Working Conditions:
Work schedule is normally M-F 7:30 am – 4 pm OR 8 am – 4:30 pm, however, may include evenings, weekends and/or holidays as needed
The position requires frequent walking, standing, lifting pulling, and pushing with a range of 50-75 pounds
Able to work in various temperatures due to highly perishable food items
Willingness and ability to travel to various worksites within the tri-state area as needed
Stew Leonard's is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.
Job Details
Job Family Food
Job Function Retail Grocery
Pay Type Hourly
Employment Indicator Full Time