Food Safety Specialist

Location: Field Operations, New York, New York, United States. Onsite role with availability for one of three shifts: 6:00 AM–2:00 PM, 2:00 PM–10:00 PM, or 10:00 PM–6:00 AM.

Pay range: $20–$26 per hour.

Company

hirify.global is a chef-focused food marketplace and meal delivery platform providing fresh, ready-to-eat meals.

What you will do

• Monitor food production and verify compliance with food safety regulations and kitchen standards.
• Perform refrigeration, chemical concentration, temperature, labeling, thermometer calibration, and sanitation checks.
• Conduct daily facility compliance walks, department audits, and corrective actions.
• Maintain inspection readiness for local regulators and third-party auditors.
• Communicate food safety requirements to chefs and support training on sanitation and safe food handling.
• Collaborate with Kitchen Operations, Supply Chain, Maintenance, Food Safety, Operations, and Facilities teams to resolve quality and safety issues.

Requirements

• Experience in a high-compliance food processing facility operating under USDA or FDA requirements.
• Bilingual English and Spanish proficiency required.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain food safety concepts in plain language.
• Ability to work independently, build relationships, and collaborate in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with G Suite/Google Workspace.
• Availability to work 30–40 hours per week and one of the listed shifts is required.

Culture & Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• 401k plan.
• Paid sick days.
• Fully paid family leave: 12 weeks for a primary caregiver and 6 weeks for a secondary caregiver.
• Compassionate leave of 3–5 days when needed.
• Positive, collaborative work environment focused on food safety and operational quality.