Nutrition and Sustainability Specialist

Yum! Brands; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 96,700 - 102,420; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Onsite childcare

Onsite gym

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with matching contribution

Job summary

A major food corporation is seeking a Nutrition and Sustainability Specialist in Plano, Texas to lead U.S. nutritional and allergen programs, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. This role includes managing the School Lunch Program while driving sustainability efforts through collaboration and innovation. The successful candidate will need a Bachelor’s in Nutrition or a related field and 5-8 years of relevant experience, coupled with strong project management and analytical skills. A hybrid work schedule and generous benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in nutrition, food safety, or regulatory affairs.
• Proven experience managing nutritional and allergen programs.
• Strong knowledge of FDA, USDA, and local health authority requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead U.S. nutritional and allergen programs ensuring compliance.
• Manage the School Lunch Program adhering to guidelines.
• Support sustainability initiatives aligned with company values.

Skills

Nutrition expertise

Project management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or related field

Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential

Job description

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The Nutrition & Sustainability Specialist plays a critical role in advancing Pizza Hut U.S. and Yum! Brands’ commitment to providing nutritious and responsibly sourced food. The position leads the development and execution of U.S. nutritional and allergen programs, ensures compliance with all federal and state regulatory standards, and supports global nutrition initiatives.

The role drives key sustainability efforts—supporting clean label innovation, supplier collaboration, and the company’s broader Recipe for Good strategy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily U.S. nutritional and allergen programs, ensuring full compliance with all Federal, State, and Local regulations.
• Manage the School Lunch Program, ensuring adherence to applicable guidelines and nutritional standards.
• Serve as a global resource for Yum! and Pizza Hut nutritional initiatives, providing expertise and guidance on nutrition-related matters and Yum nutritional tools.
• Respond to and manage regulatory inquiries from agencies such as the FDA, and Local and State Health Departments.
• Maintain and update PH nutritional documentation to ensure ongoing compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and interpret evolving MAHA, FDA, and State nutritional regulations, ensuring timely updates to internal programs and standards.
• Collaborate with FoodWit or other third parties to monitor healthy food trends.
• Manage Yum! Annual Sustainability Surveys and oversee the "Recipe for Good: Clean Label" program.
• Support the U.S. Center of Excellence (COE) Food Team on sustainability initiatives, contributing to the development and execution of strategic sustainability goals.
• Advocate for sustainable practices and policies aligned with company values, brand priorities, and regulatory requirements.
• Build and strengthen partnerships with suppliers and key stakeholders to advance sustainable sourcing and production practices.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to identify and implement opportunities that reduce environmental impact and improve resource efficiency across the supply chain.
• Provide nutritional expertise and support to culinary and food innovation teams in the development of new products and menu items.

Required Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in nutrition, food safety, or regulatory affairs within the restaurant, food manufacturing, or consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry.
• Proven experience managing nutritional and allergen programs, including regulatory documentation and compliance with FDA, USDA, and local health authority requirements.
• Required: attend the Plano, TX office 3 days a week on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in sustainability or clean label initiatives within a food or restaurant organization.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams (e.g., R&D, Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, Marketing) to support new product development and innovation.
• Prior exposure to school nutrition or USDA School Lunch Program standards preferred.
• Deep understanding of U.S. nutrition labeling regulations, ingredient transparency, and allergen disclosure requirements.
• Strong knowledge of emerging trends and policies related to FDA, MAHA, and state-level nutrition regulations.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to lead multiple initiatives across functions and geographies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills—able to translate technical nutritional data into actionable business insights.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Passion for sustainability, health, and continuous improvement in food systems.

Education & Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Food Science, Dietetics, Public Health, or a related field required.
• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential strongly preferred.
• Certification or coursework in sustainability, food policy, or environmental management a plus.

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule and year-round half day Fridays.
• Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons.
• Onsite dining center.
• Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions.
• 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays and time off for volunteering.
• Tuition reimbursement and education benefits.
• Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program.
• 401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum!
• Comprehensive medical & dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care.

Salary

Salary Range: $96,700 - $102,420 annually + bonus eligibility. This is the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining pay, we'll consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job‑related factors.

Pizza Hut is an equal opportunity workplace and committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability and genetic information (including family medical history).