Senior Regulatory Compliance Specialist

• Evaluate products and ingredients against applicable U.S. regulatory requirements and escalate potential compliance risks when appropriate.

• Review ingredient specifications, supplier documentation, product information, and supporting regulatory documentation for accuracy and completeness.

• Partner cross-functionally with Product, Culinary, Procurement, FSQA, Operations, and other stakeholders to resolve regulatory questions and support business needs.

• Support new product, ingredient, and menu launches by ensuring regulatory requirements are identified and addressed prior to implementation.

• Maintain accurate regulatory documentation and records to support compliance, traceability, and audit readiness.

• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders regarding labeling, allergens, claims, ingredient declarations, and other regulatory requirements.

• Identify opportunities to improve regulatory processes, documentation, workflows, and tools to increase accuracy and efficiency.

• Provide regulatory support and escalation coverage Thursday through Monday to ensure time-sensitive menu, labeling, ingredient, and substitution issues are addressed quickly and appropriately.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• 3+ years of relevant experience in food regulatory affairs, food labeling, food safety, or a related field.

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Biological Science, or a related discipline preferred but not required. In lieu of a degree, 3 years of relevant food safety or regulatory experience will be considered.

• Working knowledge of U.S. FDA and USDA food labeling and regulatory requirements.

• Experience reviewing Nutrition Facts panels, ingredient statements, allergen declarations, claims, and other food labeling information.

• Experience interpreting ingredient specifications and regulatory documentation and translating requirements into actionable guidance for business partners.

• Knowledge of Canadian food labeling and regulatory requirements is an asset.

• Experience working with labeling, specification, regulatory data, or related software systems.

• Strong analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to identify potential compliance risks and determine appropriate next steps.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain regulatory requirements clearly to non-regulatory stakeholders.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to changing business needs in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong cross-functional collaboration and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work a Thursday–Monday schedule to provide regulatory support during critical business coverage periods.

Location: United States or Canada Schedule: Thursday–Monday, with an 8:00, 9:00, or 10:00 AM start time

Colorado Pay Range $74,813—$83,125 USD Texas Pay Range $69,000—$77,000 USD Newark, NJ Pay Range $79,538—$88,375 USD Arizona Pay Range $69,300—$77,000 USD Illinois Pay Range $74,813—$83,125 USD