On today’s episode, we discuss food safety consulting, essential skills for food safety professionals, and how volunteering can help you network.

Tania is the Co-Founder and Director of Assured Food Safety Consulting. She is here to offer guidance on navigating the world of food safety careers. Tania has a Master's degree in food science and is a proud Centennial College Biotechnology alumni. She has worked in food safety within the government and the food industry. Tania is passionate about giving back to the student community and helping companies improve their food safety.

Timestamps

(0:00) Introduction
(2:53) Tanya's career journey
(5:39) How Tanya found out about food safety consulting
(10:34) How food safety consulting works
(14:51) Skills needed by a food safety consultant
(13:05) Food safety regulations and consulting options
(24:51) Improving communication skills in school and beyond
(29:30) Overcoming language barriers
(31:20) Mentorship and why Tanya started to
(42:18) Skills students are lacking in the workplace

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