Dining Education Coordinator

Dining Education Coordinator

About Us
Georgia Southern University is the state’s largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels, the university has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico and 106 nations.

Job : 292472
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: Eagle Dining Services
Campus: Statesboro Campus, Statesboro, GA

Job Summary: The Dining Education Coordinator leads the development, implementation, and management of food safety and education programs. The role ensures compliance with all food safety regulations, provides training to staff and community partners, and serves as liaison with regulatory agencies. The Coordinator promotes continuous improvement in food safety practices and fosters a culture of safety and quality across the organization.

• Lead implementation and management of food safety and environmental programs, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Conduct facility inspections, traceability testing, and microbial activities to maintain high food safety standards.
• Develop, coordinate, and deliver training sessions on food safety for staff and community partners using various instructional methods.
• Maintain and improve the quality management system, including compliance with FSSC and cGMP standards.
• Act as the primary contact for legal authorities on food safety matters and respond to incidents and investigations.
• Collaborate with peers to develop and monitor food safety initiatives and continuous improvement strategies.
• Track and evaluate training progress, ensuring timely completion and effectiveness, and implement feedback‑driven improvements.
• Establish and maintain relationships with local and state health departments, serving as the liaison for regulatory representatives.

• Bachelor’s Degree (Public Health, Food Safety, Food Science, Biology, Culinary) or equivalent 4 years of related work experience.

• Experience in food safety, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, or related fields within the food industry.
• Experience in restaurant operations, equipment, and design for food safety.
• Experience in teaching, instructional design, or curriculum development, particularly in a food safety or public health context.

• Nationally recognized Food Protection Manager Certification (CFPM or Serv Safe Manager).

• Working knowledge of HACCP, FSMA, and FDA Model Food Code.
• Experience developing and delivering training through multiple delivery methods.

$19.52 – $21.00 per hour
This is a non‑exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service.
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the university.
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and related applications.
• Ability to foster teamwork and build collaborative relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail and organization.
• Knowledge of food preparation, service, and equipment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety laws, regulations, and corporate policies.
• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational, and human relations skills.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and analytical skills.

December 9, 2025 (Application review may begin as early as November 18, 2025).

For more information or questions about this posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478‑6947 or by email at hrservice.
Technical support: USG Service Desk at (877) 251‑2644 or email support.

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