Gotham Seafood is seeking a proactive and detail-driven Food Safety Specialist I to support our commitment to excellence in seafood handling, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.
This entry-level role is ideal for candidates who thrive in dynamic environments and are passionate about protecting public health through rigorous standards and continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· 1–2 years of experience in food safety, quality assurance, or sanitation (seafood experience a plus)
· Familiarity with regulatory standards and seafood-specific safety protocols
· Strong communication and organizational skills
· Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly valued

· Conduct daily inspections of seafood processing, packaging, and storage areas
· Monitor and enforce HACCP, GMP, and sanitation protocols specific to seafood operations
· Assist with internal audits and ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, OSHA, and NYS Department of Agriculture & Markets and NYS Department of Environmental Conservation.
· Deliver food safety training to production and warehouse staff
· Maintain clear documentation of inspections, incidents, and corrective actions
· Collaborate with operations, logistics, and compliance teams to resolve safety concerns