Kitchen Food Company is an established and fast-growing Australian food production business delivering quality prepared fresh food solutions nationally. We provide our innovative fresh food solutions nationally with facilities in Sydney and Brisbane. We have an expanding and diverse product range which is distributed fresh daily to our partners in the retail and foodservice sectors. As we continue our growth journey, we are on the lookout for new talent to contribute to the success of our fast-paced business. At the Kitchen Food Company employees can expect a rewarding career enjoying a culture that is entrepreneurial and inclusive. We have a strong presence in the food service and retail industries, servicing blue chip organisations, many of which are iconic household names. We are hiring a site-based QA Manager to manage and develop our QA team at our Riverwood site. The Role will involve: Promoting and advocating a quality and food safety culture with a commitment to strong team engagement, mentoring and cultural change. Managing coaching and developing the site QA Officers. Supporting the business with the investigation and resolution of customer complaints and NCRs regarding food quality and safety Leading the site team in all areas of FSQMA Ensuring the site remains compliant with regulatory, certification/customer standards and internal policies including Maintaining and reporting on the quality dashboard KPI’s. Assisting in the development and delivery of training programs on food safety, QA and GMP. Managing QA responsibilities in relation to site NPD projects and trials. Coordinating the QA/QC testing and verification activities. Contributing to continuous improvement of food safety and quality strategy and policy. To be successful in this role you will have: Essential: Degree level qualification in a science or food technology field or equivalent. 3 years’ experience in prepared chilled foods short shelf-life (low risk/high risk/high care) manufacturing environment. Advanced HACCP qualification Experience leading and developing high performing teams Ability to work cohesively with all internal and external stakeholders to drive a Food Safety & Quality Culture. Working knowledge of site compliance to GFSI (SQF, BRC) & customer standards (Woolworths Supplier Excellence Program, Coles Manufacturing Standard, YUM!). Good awareness of food technology, food safety & quality management systems and manufacturing processes Developed project and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure at pace and energy to meet deadlines Highly articulate with exceptional interpersonal verbal and written communication skills Self-driven and motivated with a strong work ethic & “can do” attitude Desirable: Knowledge of Australian Retailer standards VITAL 2.0 Delivery of Food Hygiene Training i.e. CIEH / RTO Understanding of Food Standards Code Why join Kitchen Food Company? Innovative and inclusive team environment Convenient South-West Sydney location with on-site parking Growing dynamic Company Salary $75,000 to $85,000 p.a. plus superannuation depending on skills and experience If this sounds like you and the opportunity you are looking for, APPLY NOW and include a letter of introduction outlining your relevant skills and experience. Please note, only candidates with valid Australian work rights will be considered. We regret that only successful applicants who have progressed in the selection process will be contacted. Candidates from recruitment agencies will not be considered.
