Food Safety Coordinator (Capitol Heights, MD)

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Food Safety Coordinator

Department: Food Safety & Quality Assurance

Reports To: Quality Assurance Manager

Location & Schedule: Capitol Heights, MD; Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM-2:00 PM

Employment Type: Full-Time

Start Date: October/November 2026

Who We Are

Little Sesame is a fast growing DMV based CPG company built by a team of accomplished chefs who want to reimagine grocery store shelves and bring restaurant quality food into peoples homes. We are focused on delivering high-quality, thoughtfully produced products to a broad consumer base. Our team is built on a strong foundation of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. As we scale, we are committed to investing in our people and building systems that support long-term growth and operational excellence.

The Job

The Food Safety Coordinator supports the daily execution of Little Sesame's food safety and quality programs. This role requires someone who can work independently, conduct inspections, verify records, identify and follow up on deficiencies, and prepare clear food safety documents with minimal supervision.

The Coordinator will play a key role in early-morning food safety activities, including daily pre-operational inspections before production begins.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily pre-operational inspections and verify that production areas and equipment are clean and ready for use.

• Perform GMP, sanitation, facility, food safety, and quality inspections.

• Review and verify food safety, sanitation, production, temperature, and other FSQA records.

• Identify incomplete or inaccurate records and follow up on corrections.

• Document deficiencies and verify that corrective actions are completed.

• Draft and update SOPs, work instructions, forms, checklists, and other FSQA documents.

• Support internal audits, traceability exercises, mock recalls, and food safety program verification.

• Assist with food safety training and reinforce GMP and food safety expectations on the production floor.

• Monitor recurring issues and communicate trends or significant concerns to the Quality Assurance Manager.

• Work directly with Production, Sanitation, and Operations teams to resolve routine food safety issues.

Authority & Independence

The Food Safety Coordinator is expected to independently manage routine FSQA activities and exercise sound judgment.

The Coordinator may:

• Require correction of sanitation, GMP, or documentation deficiencies.

• Request recleaning or reinspection when conditions are unacceptable.

• Escalate significant food safety concerns to management.

• Recommend product, equipment, or area holds in accordance with established procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food safety, quality assurance, sanitation, or food manufacturing.

• Working knowledge of GMPs and basic food safety principles.

• Ability to conduct inspections and review records independently.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to write clear procedures and work instructions.

• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively with production employees and supervisors.

• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision.

• Basic computer skills, including spreadsheets and document preparation.

Preferred:

• HACCP, PCQI, SQF, ServSafe, or similar food safety training.

• Experience in a GFSI-certified food manufacturing environment.

• Spanish-language proficiency.

Schedule Expectations

The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential because the role is responsible for completing pre-operational food safety checks before production begins.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $70,000 - $80,000, commensurate with experience

• Annual Performance Bonus Eligibility

• Health Insurance and 401(k) match

• Flexible PTO

• Clear path for growth as Little Sesame grows

How to Apply

Excited by this role? We want to hear from you! Send your resume and cover letter to work@eatlittlesesame.com and we will be in touch shortly.

Little Sesame is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Ingredients

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