Aleph Farms is seeking a Food Safety Specialist to join its Quality Assurance team, with a focus on supplier and raw material certification. This role involves leading food safety processes and ensuring compliance with the highest regulatory and quality standards. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively across procurement, production, and R&D teams to support Aleph Farms’ mission of producing high-quality, sustainable cultivated meat.
👉 Responsibilities:
Supplier and Material Certification:
Manage supplier approval processes to meet food safety standards (HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000).
Conduct supplier audits, perform risk assessments, and review supplier documentation.
Review and approve raw material specifications and Certificates of Analysis (COA).
Food Safety Management:
Lead supply chain risk management initiatives to ensure food safety across the supply chain.
Develop, implement, and continuously improve food safety protocols in compliance with local and international regulations.
Support internal and external audits, including those by customers and regulatory bodies.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Partner with R&D and production teams to integrate food safety requirements into products and processes.
Advise procurement teams on food safety considerations for suppliers and raw materials.
Collaborate with external partners and stakeholders to maintain alignment with industry best practices.
Documentation and Reporting:
Maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date documentation system for approved suppliers and materials.
Prepare detailed reports on food safety and supplier certification for management.
👉 Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Food Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).
3-5 years of experience in food safety and quality control, with an emphasis on suppliers and supply chain management.
In-depth knowledge of international food safety standards and regulations (HACCP, GFSI, FSSC 22000, BRC).
Proven experience in supplier audits or certification processes — mandatory.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to conduct thorough risk assessments.
High proficiency in English (written and spoken) for effective communication with international suppliers and stakeholders.
Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
Familiarity with GMP work environments.
Experience in the food tech industry — an advantage.
👉 About Aleph Farms:
Aleph Farms is a cellular agriculture company that cultivates high-quality products from cow cells. Headquartered in Israel, Aleph grows cultivated beef steaks, offering unique culinary experiences while enhancing sustainability, food security and animal welfare.
In December 2023, the company received the world’s first-ever regulatory approval for cultivated beef from Israel's Ministry of Health. Aleph Farms markets its first product line under the brand name Aleph Cuts. Its inaugural cut, the cultivated Petit Steak, is grown from non-modified cells of a premium Black Angus cow named Lucy.
Founded in 2017, Aleph Farms plays a pivotal role in the bioeconomy by diversifying the supply and decentralizing the production of quality animal proteins and fats, complementing sustainable conventional animal agriculture methods. The company unveiled the world’s first cultivated thin-cut beef steak in 2018, the world’s first cultivated ribeye steak in 2021, and cultivated collagen in 2022.
Aleph Farms is recognized for its climate impact and leadership, including a net zero commitment made in 2020, and has received top accolades from the World Economic Forum and the United Nations. The company is supported by leading corporate partners, financial institutions, and state-backed sovereign funds in the Middle East and Southeast Asia.
