FSQA Supervisor- Berkeley Culinary Center Berkely, IL, USA Requisition Number 13935 Location Berkely Il Job Description Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) Supervisor – Champion Safety & Standards in Food Service!   Are you a food safety professional who thrives on consistency, compliance, and care? Join our team as an FSQA Supervisor and take an active role in ensuring that every meal we produce is safe, high-quality, and meets the highest standards. At the heart of our culinary operation, your attention to detail and commitment to safety will help protect our consumers and support our mission. What You’ll Do: + Support daily food safety and sanitation practices within the culinary center + Monitor and enforce compliance with HACCP, allergen protocols, and company food safety programs + Conduct routine inspections, line checks, and sanitation verifications to ensure food safety readiness + Train and coach staff in best food handling practices, hygiene standards, and safety procedures + Maintain accurate FSQA documentation, including temperature logs, cleaning schedules, and audit records + Assist in internal audits, third-party inspections, and corrective action implementation + Partner with culinary and operations teams to support a culture of quality, accountability, and improvement We’re Looking For: + 1–3 years of experience in food safety, quality assurance, or foodservice operations + Knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, SOPs, and relevant food safety regulations (FDA, USDA, DOH) + Strong organizational skills, with attention to detail and documentation accuracy + Effective communicator and team player who can train and motivate others + ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain); HACCP training a p referred Why Join Us? + Competitive hourly wage or salary + Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance + Paid Time Off + 401K with company match + A supportive team focused on safety, quality, and shared success + The chance to make a daily impact in food safety—where your work truly matters About Us: At Whitsons, we believe food is more than nourishment— it’s care, comfort, and connection. As our FSQA Supervisor , you’ll help ensure every bite we serve is prepared safely and with purpose. Join a company where quality is the standard, and your role is key to our mission. Apply now and help us deliver safety and compassion—At Whitsons our mission is Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™. Payrate- $20-$22 per hour- based on experience Requirements REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES: Education : + Bachelor’s degree in food , chemistry, biology or related sciences Certifications : + HACCP certification Computer Skills : + Proficient with all computer applications in order to perform the job Other Qualifications, Experience : + Minimum 5 years’ experience as a QA Manager in a high-speed multi product lines facility, preferably USDA inspected. + Experience with creating and managing a HACCP Program. + Experience in a complex (Union) operational environment + Ability to mentor and build strong teams while effecting a positive culture change + Must be Self-motivated, have a strong sense of urgency and a bias for action + Must be flexible in challenging and complex work environment while firmly maintaining compliance and upholding standards + Excellent verbal and written communications skill . Knowledge of Spanish is preferable. + Ability to conceptualize practical quality and safety solutions to complex operational systems. + Proven ability to maintain integrity in a fast paced and challenging environment + Ability to analyze and process high volumes of information; manage priorities; follow through Required Competencies: + Communication + Effectively write, present and transfer ideas and information for the advancement of individual and company performance. + Customer Focus + Act in the best interest of the customer, both internal and external. + Innovation + Create new ideas , processes or products which when implemented lead to positive effective change. + Organization Leadership + Apply strategic thinking, prioritization and decision-making to drive results. PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. + While performing the duties of this job, the team member is frequently required Sit, walk, talk and hear + Use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. + Be standing on feet majority of the workday in addition to walking back and forth. + Lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Lifting while turning side to side is sometimes necessary. + Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Position sometimes requires extended hours including evenings and/or weekends, travel to multiple work sites and occasional out-of-state travel . WORK ENVIRONMENT: + The work is performed primarily in a manufacturing and warehouse environment, specifically the packing and warehousing areas + Standing most of the workday is required . + Work requires movement in and out of storerooms , near heavy machinery and freezers + Exposure to extreme temperatures (hot and cold) due to cooking and refrigeration equipment. + The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work and duties that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position , and Whitsons reserves the right to add additional duties or modify existing duties . The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Whitsons and team member and is subject to change by Whitsons as the needs of Whitsons and requirements of the job change. Work Schedule 5am to 1:30pm Supervisor Michael P Sacco Salary Target 20-22 hr