Food Service Coordinator Jobs
Food Service Coordinator jobs are open across healthcare, education, corporate dining, and hospitality, at every level from entry-level to senior coordinator, with specializations in menu planning, vendor management, and dietary compliance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Summary
The Food Safety Coordinator plays a critical role in maintaining and strengthening the company’s food safety, and regulatory compliance programs. This position works collaboratively with all departments to support a strong food safety culture and ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and regulatory standards.
This is a hands-on position, with time split between office duties and monitoring production floor and warehouse/cooler operations. Responsibilities include monitoring processes, supporting employees, identifying opportunities for improvement, and ensuring food safety standards are consistently met.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, organized, and passionate about food safety and continuous improvement.
Essential Responsibilities
- Support and maintain the Approved Supplier Program and communicate with outside suppliers to ensure compliance requirements are met.
- Assist the QA Manager with the food safety program validations and verifications.
- Support coordination and preparation for third-party audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections.
- Assist in managing the company’s Pest Control Program.
- Maintain and update product specification sheets and food safety documentation.
- Accurately organize, maintain, and store required compliance records and food safety documentation.
- Partner with Operations, Production, Sanitation, and Warehouse teams to ensure compliance with food safety standards and GMPs.
- Conduct GMP inspections and support corrective and preventive action implementation.
- Assist with the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of food safety policies, SOPs, and SSOPs.
- Assist with annual food safety training to ensure employees understand company food safety policies and procedures.
- Assist with customer complaint investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
- Collect environmental, water, air, and product samples as required.
- Monitor compliance with HACCP, SQF Standards, Organic Standards, GMPs, and internal food safety requirements.
- Collaborate with management, sales, and customers to reduce product returns and complaints while implementing effective corrective actions.
- Represent the company in a professional, ethical, and positive manner at all times.
- Perform additional duties and projects as assigned by the QA Manager.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2–4 years of experience in the food manufacturing or food distribution industry preferred.
- Knowledge of HACCP principles and food safety systems preferred.
- SQF Practitioner certification or experience is a plus.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is a must.
Work Schedule & Environment
- Must be flexible to work a minimum of 40 hours per week, including occasional evenings, weekends, holidays, and rotating schedules based on business needs.
- Position requires frequent walking, standing, and time spent in production and warehouse environments.
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Medical Devices
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in food service coordinator jobs.
- ServSafe certification or equivalent food safety credential
- Experience coordinating food service operations in healthcare, education, or institutional settings
- Knowledge of dietary guidelines, allergen protocols, and special nutrition requirements
- Proficiency with food service management software and inventory tracking tools
- Strong vendor communication and purchasing or procurement experience
- Associate or bachelor's degree in nutrition, dietetics, hospitality, or a related field
Tips for Your Food Service Coordinator Job Search
Tailor your resume for dietary regulations
Highlight your familiarity with food safety standards like HACCP or ServSafe on your resume. Many food service coordinator postings screen for compliance knowledge early, so placing certifications near the top signals you can hit the ground running.
Target postings by service setting
Food service coordinator roles differ significantly across hospitals, school districts, and corporate cafeterias. Filter your search by industry so you apply to settings where your specific experience, whether clinical nutrition support or high-volume catering, actually matches what the employer needs.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists food service coordinator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Quantify your vendor and budget work
Coordinators who managed purchasing or negotiated with suppliers should include dollar amounts or volume figures where possible. Describing the scale of operations you oversaw, even in general terms, helps hiring managers gauge fit for their kitchen or facility size.
Prepare scenario answers about last-minute changes
Interviewers for food service coordinator roles frequently ask how you handled a supplier cancellation, a staffing shortage, or a sudden menu change. Prepare two or three real examples that show your decision-making under operational pressure, not just your planning skills.
Follow up with a service-specific thank-you
Reference a specific operational detail from your interview, such as the facility's upcoming menu transition or a staffing challenge they mentioned. A follow-up that shows you understood their actual service environment stands out more than a generic note.
Food Service Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most food service coordinators?
The companies hiring the most food service coordinators right now include Love’s Travel Stops, WeBox, and SGS, with the largest share of openings in New York, Minnesota, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems and large school districts tend to post the most consistent volume throughout the year.
How many food service coordinator jobs are remote?
About 21% of food service coordinator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most remote opportunities concentrated in administrative functions like menu development, vendor coordination, and compliance reporting rather than on-site kitchen or cafeteria operations. Roles tied directly to meal service or facility oversight are almost always in-person.
How do you become a food service coordinator?
Start by earning a degree or certificate in nutrition, food service management, hospitality, or a related field, then obtain a ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification. Build hands-on experience in a kitchen, cafeteria, or institutional dining setting, moving into supervisory or coordination tasks when possible. Many coordinators also gain familiarity with inventory systems and dietary compliance requirements before moving into a dedicated coordinator role.
Can I get hired as a food service coordinator with little experience?
Yes, some entry-level food service coordinator roles are open to candidates with limited direct experience, particularly in school districts, senior living facilities, and healthcare support roles. Employers in these settings often prioritize a food safety certification, a relevant degree, and demonstrated reliability in a food service or customer-facing environment over years of coordinator-specific experience.
What does the food service coordinator interview process look like?
Most food service coordinator interviews begin with a phone or video screen focused on your background in food service and any certifications you hold. A hiring manager or director of dining services typically conducts one or two in-person rounds covering operational scenarios, vendor or budget experience, and your approach to dietary compliance. Some employers include a brief facility tour or ask you to review a sample menu or schedule.
Where can I find and apply to food service coordinator jobs?
You can find and apply to food service coordinator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience, setting preference, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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