Regulatory and Specification Specialist
Full Time
White Plains, NY 10606
Up to $86,000 a year
Posted
Job description
Overview:
This role is responsible for the development of accurate food labelling, allergen and compliance information used in the production of dnata catering’s food product. This includes is based on raw material, recipe and menu specifications supplied through the Menu Development team and procurement team.
****HYBRID (2 DAYS IN WHITE PLAINS OFFICE)**** Responsibilities:
Compensation DOE: up to $86k
dnata is one of the world’s largest air services providers. Established in 1959, the company ensures the aviation industry operates smoothly and efficiently in 127 airports. Offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and flight catering services in 35 countries across six continents, dnata is a trusted partner for over 300 airline customers around the world. Each day, the company handles over 1,900 flights, moves over 8,500 tons of cargo, books over 16,000 hotel stays, and uplifts over 320,000 meals.
This role is responsible for the development of accurate food labelling, allergen and compliance information used in the production of dnata catering’s food product. This includes is based on raw material, recipe and menu specifications supplied through the Menu Development team and procurement team.
****HYBRID (2 DAYS IN WHITE PLAINS OFFICE)****
Specific Accountabilities
Perform analysis and recording of nutritional information and allergen properties for raw materials and recipes, ensuring regulatory compliance of products labelling in accordance with local food standards and legislation- Generate and approve food label information including ingredient declarations, nutrition facts panels, and claims to assure labels meet food labelling standard requirements
- Keep abreast of food labelling regulations to ensure ongoing label compliance
- Participate on cross functional teams, providing technical guidance around labelling requirements
- Ensure dnata catering policies and procedures are applied to labels
- Manage specific projects as they relate to ensuring accurate product labels and product formulas that comply with Food Labelling & Compliance Standards
- Verify compliance of product labels, including ingredient lists, allergen statements, nutrition facts, nutrition claims, prior to the approval and printing of final artwork
- Manage the development and maintenance of the nutrition formulation, specification databases and labelling software.
- Work with procurement to review specifications of items bought and identify allergens to finalize labeling
- Maintain a specification database and a halal/Kosher
- Setup a system that will have version control of specifications
- Audit units to ensure the proper specifications are being followed
- Undertake independent audits of dnata catering’s suppliers as required by the menu development and / or compliance management team
- Maintaining an up-to-date list of HACCP certificates, Halal certificates, Product Specifications and Approved Supplier File
- Provide specialist advice to external / internal stakeholders regarding Food Safety/ HACCP, Halal, Biosecurity, Environmental and risk prevention, when applicable, with guidance and clear guidelines always available
- Maintain current knowledge of state and federal food safety legislation (Regulations, and Compliance Codes etc)
- Demonstrate a high standard of professionalism and integrity in your dealings with all parties
- Seek out, quantify, and develop opportunities for process improvement
- Effectively leverage and optimise cross-functional resources and teams
- Contribute to achievement of dnata catering’s overall business performance
- Establish strong working relationships and effective communication across the organisation
- Provide feedback to managers in a diplomatic manner and apply appropriate leadership styles to suit the situation
- Ensure dnata catering is not exposed to unnecessary risk or costs associated with non-compliance in relation to Food Safety/ HACCP, Food Labelling, Halal, Environmental and Biosecurity procedures, when required
- The following are examples of references that are to be used in performing the functions of this role:
- Demonstrated success in a similar role, 2-3 years of experience.
- Bachelor's degree in nutrition, regulatory, or science background
- Food Safety – formal food science and nutrition qualification (Technical/Auditing)
- HACCP – formal qualification
- Experience in a food service organisation with specific focus on labelling and nutrition
- Experience in managing a diverse group of stakeholders and suppliers in a high volume, high value environment
- Displays business and industry acumen understanding
- Competent in documentation and records management
- Demonstrated working knowledge of food safety management and an understanding of the underlying principles
- The ability to conduct research and analyse complex issues and engage with key stakeholders to identify options
- Well-developed report writing and research skills
- Proficient with Microsoft word, Excel, PDF
- Works well under pressure and meets tight deadlines.
- Highly motivated, fast learner.
- Collaborative and comfortable to work with multiple functions (culinary, quality, commercial, procurement).
- Standardisation, accuracy and verification of nutritional / allergen information through scheduled label reviews.
- Achieve menu effective launch dates for all food labelling releases in line with Airline schedules / requirements.
- Maintain nutritional and allergen information within dnata catering’s Food Nutritional Software database.
- Review Airline menu specifications and interpret food nutritional / allergen attributes and provide feedback to Menu Development on any anomalies identified with specifications.
- Conduct required Supplier audits in accordance with Menu Development requirements, to ensure supplier approval status and compliance is met.
- Strong communication and influencing skills.
- Organizational and time management skills.
- Bilingual in English, Spanish preferred.
Compensation DOE: up to $86k
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