Food Safety Specialist

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you! The Food Safety Specialist plays a vital role in supporting the EHS Manager by ensuring that food safety regulations and standards are consistently upheld across all food service operations. This position involves monitoring food handling practices, conducting inspections and audits, maintaining documentation, and assisting with staff training. The specialist contributes directly to a safe and compliant environment, enhancing guest satisfaction and operational excellence.

What you get to do:

Food Safety Monitoring:

Observe food handling processes throughout the facility to ensure compliance with safety protocols at every stage of production and service.

Inspections & Audits:

Conduct routine inspections and audits of food safety practices. Identify and report non-conformities and assist in implementing corrective actions.

Training Support:

Assist in training production and operational staff on food safety procedures, regulations, and best practices.

Documentation & Record Keeping:

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of inspections, audits, training sessions, and corrective actions for compliance and reporting purposes.

Corrective Actions & Continuous Improvement:

Support the identification of areas for improvement and help implement solutions to enhance food safety performance.

Incident Support:

Participate in investigations of food safety incidents and contribute to timely resolution and prevention strategies.

Regulatory Awareness:

Stay informed about current food safety regulations, industry trends, and emerging best practices, and apply this knowledge to daily operations.

What it takes to suceed:

Be at least 18 years of age Have at least a high school diploma or equivalent 1-2 years of experience in food safety or a related industry (preferred). Working knowledge of food safety regulations (e.g., HACCP, FDA, USDA). Must be able to pass a ServSafe Food Handler and Manager Certification course within 1 month of hire. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols. Effective communication and teamwork skills. Professionally represent the park, our ambassadors and products at all times Perform the following physical activities on a frequent basis; stand, walk, climb ride location stair towers, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead and reach overhead, simple grasp and fine manipulation tasks Be able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50lbs on an occasional basis Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift Work both indoors and outdoors, exposed to a variety of weather conditions, to include extreme heat Position will work with cleaning chemicals and be exposed to fumes, dust, odors and cold/heat temperature extremes The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as: FREE park admission Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc. Scholarship opportunities Exclusive employee events and giveaways

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

United Parks & Resorts is a world-renowned leader in the themed-park and entertainment industry. Our success is built on a passion for caring for animals and a dedication to delivering positive, memorable experiences to people from around the world. We're also committed to helping ambitious people achieve their professional best. We're always seeking exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable individuals for a variety of roles throughout our organization.