Food Safety & Quality Assurance Analyst

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The Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA) Analyst plays a critical role in ensuring that the T&T U.S. grocery stores maintain the highest food safety standards, protecting customers and the brand’s reputation. This role ensures alignment with the company’s food safety standards through scheduled audits, hands‑on training, and regular engagement with store operations. Working closely with store teams, operations, vendors, and regulatory authorities to oversee compliance with U.S. food safety regulations and company policies.

This position requires a proactive and detail‑oriented professional capable of balancing technical knowledge with practical execution in a fast‑paced retail environment. The candidate’s efforts are key to fostering a strong food safety culture and ensuring the safe delivery of products to customers.

T&T Supermarkets is marking over 30 years as Canada’s favorite Asian grocery store and recently announced multiple new store locations in the United States. Our growth into the US offers great opportunities within our first US flagship store, opened in 2024 in Bellevue, Washington in the Marketplace at Factoria, spanning 76,000 sq.ft. and standing as the largest Asian specialty supermarket in Washington state.

We welcome applications from recent graduates of nearby universities and colleges who are eager to launch their careers. Comprehensive training will be provided, making this a great opportunity for motivated individuals looking to grow and develop their skills.

• Oversee and monitor ongoing food safety compliance at the store level, ensuring adherence to all applicable regulatory requirements and company food safety standards.
• Reinforce and deliver food safety training to all store-level team members, including Store Managers, Department Managers, and frontline employees, to ensure consistent understanding and execution of food safety standards across all roles.
• Work closely with operations, merchandising, and prepared food teams to integrate food safety considerations into all aspects of the business.
• Ensure food safety compliance across all phases of store development from pre‑construction planning to store opening, including reviewing layout designs and confirming necessary permits and regulatory approvals are in place.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of local food codes and Department of Health requirements to ensure store readiness and successful outcomes during regulatory inspections.
• Collaborate with Store and Department Managers to address findings from internal audits and regulatory inspections (e.g., FDA, USDA, local health departments). Assist in developing and implementing corrective action plans and monitoring their effectiveness.
• Coordinate and track third‑party food safety audits, ensuring alignment with corporate audit protocols and U.S. regulatory requirements.
• Investigate food safety‑related customer complaints and incidents; conduct root cause analysis and track corrective actions to drive continuous improvement.
• Identify, document, and follow up on food safety risks; ensure corrective actions are implemented and verified.
• Oversee and coordinate product recall activities, ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements and effective communication with internal teams, vendors, and government agencies.
• Develop and verify accurate label information for store‑prepared products, ensuring compliance with FDA food labelling regulations, including ingredient declarations, allergen statements, and required consumer advisories.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of food safety‑related in‑store signage, ensuring all signs comply with local and state health regulations and effectively communicate information such as allergen warnings, handling instructions, and safe consumption guidance to customers and staff.
• Conduct vendor assessments (especially for local U.S. vendors) and ensure suppliers meet company food safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, audits, training sessions, and corrective actions to ensure traceability and compliance.
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