Job Summary
Job description:
Nutrition & Labeling Compliance Assistant
We’re hiring! AFCFC is seeking a highly motivated Nutrition & Labeling Compliance Assistant to join our team!
About Us
Since 1986, we’ve been redefining fresh and convenient dining as North America’s largest franchisor of supermarket-based food service counters featuring sushi and other authentic Asian-inspired cuisine. Our well-loved brands, ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi and Wild Blue Sushi, are trusted names that bring flavor and freshness to communities every day.
With thousands of locations across the U.S. and Canada, we’ve built our reputation on quality, consistency, and innovation. Every dish we serve is freshly prepared with premium ingredients carefully packaged and designed for today’s on-the-go lifestyle.
As the industry leader, we’re passionate about delivering the perfect balance of taste, quality, and convenience. But what truly sets us apart is our people, the dedicated teams who bring our mission to life each day.
If you’re looking to grow with a company that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement, we invite you to join us and shape the future of fresh dining.
About the Role
The Nutrition & Labeling Compliance Assistant supports the product management team and R&D innovation by generating nutrition, ingredient statement, and allergen information maintaining ingredient specifications, recipe, and food cost databases. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with excellent communication skills and, requires minimal supervision, and can work collaboratively with internal and external teams.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Generate nutrition labeling information using Genesis software for sushi, hot foods, retail items for sale in the US, Canada, and Australia.
- Work with R&D to ensure recipes are consistent with standards and across similar concepts.
- Maintain recipe and ingredient database and ensure changes are implemented and recorded.
- Assist internal departments, clients, and consumers with product-related inquiries shelf life, allergens, gluten-free, country of origin, nutrition, net weight.
- Calculate food cost information as required and maintain an updated food cost database.
- Review new and updated ingredient specifications for US labeling compliance and deviations to the standard.
- Revise current ingredient labels as necessary due to changes in formula or regulations.
- Other Additional tasks as assigned.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in science, food science, nutrition, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 2 years of experience in the food industry.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Genesis R&D Food.
- Knowledge of FDA and USDA food labeling regulations.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to develop collaborative relationships across internal teams and with external clients.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- High attention to detail and ability to problem-solve independently.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a times.
What’s On the Menu for You? (Compensation & Benefits)
We don’t just serve fresh sushi, we serve fresh opportunities!
Here’s a taste of what you can expect:
- Competitive Pay Package (see salary range listed)
- Annual Bonus Opportunity (Discretionary) – up to 5% of base salary
- Competitive Health & Wellness Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance -100% covered by AFC for employee only coverage)
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays including a Floating Holiday to celebrate your birthday
- Special Employee Anniversary Milestone Gift
- Other Employee Discounts
- Employee Referral Bonus
- A friendly & positive work culture which inspires collaboration, recognizes accomplishments, and fosters continuous growth, creating not just a workplace, but a community where people truly thrive.
Schedule: M-F (8am-5pm)
