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As the Independent Contractor Retail Food Safety Auditor – Seattle, WA you will play a crucial role in the mission of NSF – to protect and improve human and planet health. As a food safety auditor, you will have the opportunity to travel, meet new people, and learn more about many of the businesses you may frequent as a consumer. You’ll inform and educate restaurant, bar, grocery store, and foodservice personnel about specific standards while continuing to learn more about those industries and grow your skills. With a legacy spanning more than 80 years, NSF leverages science and innovation to improve human and planet health. We provide science-driven, independent testing, inspection, certification, and advisory services and develop the very standards that drive the food, water, and life sciences industries worldwide. We empower our clients to navigate shifting regulations to improve consumer health, safety, and quality of life.One of our core values is We Are One NSF. This means that while we’re one team, we embrace the cultural, ethnic, language, and demographic diversity that reflects the societies in which we live and work.Come join a team that makes a difference in the world. More information about NSF can be found at nsf.org.NSF is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Please note that NSF is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies/search firms for this role. Resumes submitted to an NSF employee by a third-party agency without a valid written & signed search agreement between NSF and said third-party agency will become the sole property of NSF. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.As pioneers in the food safety industry, NSF is proud to play a vitally important role in helping food service businesses of all sizes, from local cafes to multinational supermarket brands, stay ahead of risks, regulations and consumer expectations, while delivering on their commitment to food safety and public health.Must have a degreePreferably at least 2 years of experience in food safety, restaurant or grocery operationsExcellent verbal and written communication, analysis and problem-solving skillsWillingness to travel up to 80% of the time including overnight as requiredMust have a valid driver’s license without restrictions and reliable transportationMust be able to drive at nightMust have or open a business entity prior to starting the positionMust be able to work a minimum of 20 audit hours per month not including travelPrior food safety experience/knowledgeCandidate must be able to complete scheduled auditsWill be required to obtain the Certified CP-FS (Certified Professional Food Safety) or equivalent (RS or REHS) certification within 3 months of hire Preferred QualificationsPrior food safety audit experienceServSafe certificationPerform 2nd party audits for retail clientsManages own work plans for the completion of audits within a determined timeframe, including schedule and workloadSummarize audit findingsCommunicates effectively with clients, Audit Delivery Manager, and Account ManagerDemonstrate a high level of Quality and Integrity in your daily responsibilities Ability to complete scheduled audits #LI-TS1Posting Date: 2026-07-30

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