Food Quality Assurance Manager- Remote

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About Canteen :

Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteens solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth . Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; well supply the opportunity and innovation. Together, well continue to transform our industry.

Come for the job, stay for the career. We are Canteen.

Job Summary

The Quality Assurance Manager provides leadership in planning, organizing, and executing Canteens Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA) programs across multiple business lines. This role supports customer complaint investigations, recall communications, and training initiatives. It also includes conducting onsite FSQA assessments to validate program implementation and provide coaching within Canteen dining and food distribution warehouse operations.

This position reports to the Vice President of Food Safety & Quality Assurance for Canteen.

Location :

Remote (Preferred location : Midwest or West Coast to support regional operations)

Travel Requirement : Up to 60%

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as FSQA Subject Matter Expert (SME), supporting field teams through knowledge sharing and problem-solving
• Conduct walk-through inspections of facilities to assess FSQA program implementation
• Troubleshoot FSQA issues and provide support to dining and warehouse units
• Assist in developing Quality Assessment Reports and updates to FSQA programs
• Support the development and delivery of training programs
• Manage multiple projects and priorities with accuracy and efficiency
• Work independently and collaboratively with energy and enthusiasm
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Vice President of FSQA

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related bioscience field
• 5+ years of management experience in food safety, quality assurance, operations, or regulatory roles
• Strong working knowledge of food processing, foodservice, and distribution regulations (FDA, USDA / FSIS)
• Familiarity with GFSI audit schemes (e.g., SQF, ISO 22000, IFS, BRC)
• Excellent communication and coaching skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong data management, reporting, and technical writing skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn various software and web-based tools

Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits.

Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates : Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates : Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance / AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).

Associates may also be eligible for paid and / or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, click here for information on additional company-provided time off benefits.

About Compass Group : Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer : this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID : 1465861

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