Allergen Compliance & Culinary Operations Specialist

Baker's Best Catering is seeking a highly detail-oriented culinary professional to support a comprehensive menu update with a strong emphasis on allergen accuracy, food-safety practices, and production-scale kitchen operations. This role combines chef-level expertise with the precision of regulatory compliance and the creativity needed to translate allergen information into clear, consumer-friendly multimedia materials.

The initial engagement will be project-focused, ending upon completion of the menu update. However, for the individual who demonstrates the right experience and alignment with our organization, there may be an opportunity for ongoing employment or expanded responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Allergen & Menu Compliance

Review all existing and updated menu items for complete and accurate allergen identification.

Create, refine, and validate allergen notations across recipes, ingredient lists, and production documentation.

Collaborate with culinary leadership to ensure recipes reflect accurate formulation and cross-contact controls.

Utilize raw product data, vendor websites and labels to ensure all sub ingredients are accounted in allergen awareness.

Multimedia & Menu Presentation

Translate allergen and ingredient information into clear, visually accessible materials using Canva or similar design platforms.

Assist in developing updated menu layouts, allergen summaries, signage, and staff-facing training sheets.

Production & Operational Support

Understand and work within a high-volume, batch production environment—similar to food manufacturing or a large commissary model.

Support kitchen team members in refining SOPs that minimize allergen risks and improve workflow.  Create a google drive database from existing or updated recipes.

Identify opportunities for efficiency, safety, and quality improvements.

Food Safety & Quality Assurance

Provide guidance on safe food handling, allergen controls, and kitchen sanitation best practices.

Assist in HACCP-based systems, labeling accuracy, and documentation as needed.

Support training efforts for staff on allergen protocols and updated procedures.

Qualifications

Professional culinary experience in high-volume, commissary, manufacturing, or institutional settings.

Strong understanding of major allergens, cross-contact risks, and food labeling requirements.

Experience with Canva or similar design/communication tools preferred.

Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.

Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams (culinary, packaging, labeling, operations).

Food Safety Manager certification or equivalent (ServSafe, State certifications, etc.) preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Gordon Companies is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We do not discriminate based on any protected status including race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.