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. • Perform 2nd party audits for retail clients • Manages own work plans for the completion of audits within a determined timeframe, including schedule and workload • Summarize audit findings • Communicates effectively with clients, Audit Delivery Manager, and Account Manager • Demonstrate a high level of Quality and Integrity in your daily responsibilities • Ability to complete scheduled audits #LI-TS1 • Must have a degree • Preferably at least 2 years of experience in food safety, restaurant or grocery operations • Excellent verbal and written communication, analysis and problem-solving skills • Willingness to travel up to 80% of the time including overnight as required • Must have a valid driver’s license without restrictions and reliable transportation • Must be able to drive at night • Must have or open a business entity prior to starting the position • Must be able to work a minimum of 20 audit hours per month not including travel • Prior food safety experience/knowledge • Candidate must be able to complete scheduled audits • Will be required to obtain the Certified CP-FS (Certified Professional Food Safety) or equivalent (RS or REHS) certification within 3 months of hire Preferred Qualifications • Prior food safety audit experience • ServSafe certification