Specialist, Regulatory Affairs (6 Months Contract)

Recipe Unlimited Corporation; Vaughan; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20% associate discount dining card

Career advancement opportunities

Industry-leading benefits and wellness programs

Flexible/Hybrid work environment

Job summary

A leading restaurant company in York Region, Vaughan, is seeking a Regulatory Affairs Specialist to ensure compliance with Canadian regulations. This role involves managing nutritional data, ingredient listings, and collaborating on marketing materials. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Food or Nutrition Science, 5+ years of relevant experience, and strong skills in attention to detail and project management. The position offers a flexible work environment and competitive salary.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in related field.
• Expert in developing ingredient listings and allergen statements.
• In-depth knowledge of Canada’s Food and Drug Act and Healthy Menu Choices Act.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of regulatory compliance for new and existing in-restaurant products.
• Generate and maintain accurate nutritional data and ingredient lists.
• Review marketing materials for regulatory compliance.

Skills

Technical background in nutrition

Problem solving skills

Attention to detail

Project management skills

Education

B Sc. Honors in Food or Nutrition Science

Tools

Genesis platform

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Recipe Unlimited Corporation is Canada’s leading full service restaurant company. Home to such iconic brands as Swiss Chalet, Harvey’s, St.Hubert, Montana’s, Olive Garden Canada, Kelseys, Bier Markt, East Side Mario’s, The Landing Restaurant Group, New York Fries, The Pickle Barrel & Catering, State & Main, Elephant and Castle, Original Joe’s, Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar, The Burger’s Priest, Blanco Cantina and Anejo. With this diverse portfolio of restaurants our Home Office Teammates have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of some of the most popular, well-loved brands in Canada. Variety isn’t the only thing we offer – we are passionate about our industry, we celebrate and support diversity of thought, we are innately curious and encourage our Teammates to take ownership. Above all else, we believe in doing the right thing for our people, our communities and our planet.

The Regulatory Affairs Specialist supports the brand teams with recipe and beverage nutritional data, ingredient listings and allergen statements ensuring compliance to applicable Canadian regulatory requirements and company standards, including claim verification. In addition, the incumbent is responsible for keeping abreast of all applicable regulatory updates, participate in any regulatory initiatives when required and advise to the business of any potential impact.

This is a 6 months contract role.

What You Will Do In This Role

• Ownership of regulatory compliance for all new and existing in-restaurant products
• Generation and maintenance of accurate nutritional data, ingredient lists and allergen information
• Review and approval of all marketing materials (menu’s, menu boards, commercials, mailers, e-blasts, websites) for regulatory compliance
• Responsible for monitoring government regulations and initiatives for impact to the business
• Liaising with industry associations in lobbying efforts
• Provide regulatory support to the business for internal and external communications
• Manage time lines across several brands to ensure that projects are effectively executed to meet business objectives
• Provide information that will help make regulatory decisions that will both protect and promote the business
• Provide regulatory guidance on nutrition and regulatory requirements to marketing, brands, and sourcing, as needed

What We Are Looking For From You

• B SC. Honors in Food or Nutrition Science or related
• 5+ years experience in related field
• Strong technical background in nutrition and/or Food Science, food chemistry, product composition, and methods of analysis
• Experience with Genesis platform
• In depth knowledge of Canada’s Food and Drug Act and Regulations and Healthy Menu Choices Act - Labelling Requirements
• Expert in developing ingredient listings, allergen statements, and nutrition data for recipes uncooked and as cooked
• Lead and develop regulatory related objectivities and strategies
• Lead regulatory and labelling policy compliance
• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel with proficiency in working with databases
• Strong problem solving, decision making, interpersonal, and negotiating skills
• Excellent organization and project management skills with the ability to prioritize based on business needs and expectations
• High standard of accuracy and attention to detail
• Must be able to communicate/ liaise with vendors, restaurants, specialists and brand teams effectively

What’s in it for you?

• Flexible/Hybrid work environment
• Pay Range: $75,000 - $100,000
• You’d be joining a close-knit, innovative team of creative and energetic go-getters
• You’d be a part of Canada’s largest full-service restaurant company that leads the industry in size and innovation
• 20% associate discount dining card and monthly dining allowance valid at participating Recipe brands
• A welcoming, fun and safe work environment founded on respect
• Career advancement opportunities with a company that owns some of Canada’s most iconic restaurant brands
• Industry-leading benefits, wellness programs, and total rewards programs

Recipe is committed to providing a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Celebrating people, being passionate and curious, owning it, and doing the right thing are the values that guide how we build our teams, support our franchisees and create a company that unlocks the full potential of everyone.

Recipe is dedicated to providing accommodations in accordance with applicable human rights and accommodation legislation. For individuals that require accommodations please contact [e-mail]