Jorian Smith
About Jorian Smith
Jorian Smith is a Food Safety Quality Associate Manager at US Foods, recognized for his expertise in brand protection and consumer safety. With extensive experience in quality assurance and food safety across various organizations, he demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills.
Work at US Foods
Jorian Smith serves as the Food Safety Quality Associate Manager at US Foods, a position held since 2020. In this role, Smith focuses on ensuring compliance with food safety standards and protecting the brand's reputation. The responsibilities include implementing quality assurance protocols and overseeing food safety initiatives within the organization. Smith's expertise contributes to maintaining high safety standards in food handling and processing.
Previous Experience in Food Safety
Prior to joining US Foods, Jorian Smith worked as the Regional Quality Assurance Manager at 7-Eleven from 2017 to 2020. In this role, Smith was responsible for overseeing quality assurance processes across the Greater Chicago Area and Central USA. Smith also held the position of Quality Management Specialist-Food Safety at Steritech from 2014 to 2015, where the focus was on implementing FDA Food Code standards in various food manufacturing facilities.
Education and Expertise
Jorian Smith earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville. This educational background provides a solid foundation in biological principles relevant to food safety and quality management. Smith's academic training, combined with extensive industry experience, supports a strong understanding of food safety regulations and practices.
Background in Concessions Management
Before advancing in food safety roles, Jorian Smith worked as an Assistant Property Manager-Concessions at Unison Consulting, Inc. from 2015 to 2017. This position was based at Chicago O’Hare International Airport, where Smith gained experience in managing concessions and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure operational efficiency.
Skills in Leadership and Communication
Jorian Smith is recognized for strong communication skills and the ability to maintain composure in high-stress situations. Smith has demonstrated leadership capabilities through training, motivating, and coaching team members. This skill set has been essential in fostering collaboration among stakeholders to achieve organizational goals in food safety and quality assurance.