Part-time Data Entry Specialist

We are seeking seeking a detail-oriented Data Specialist to support ongoing maintenance of our global ingredient database. This role focuses on accurately entering and updating manufacturer ingredient information to ensure the integrity and reliability of our platform.

This is a high-volume, process-driven data entry role where accuracy is critical. A background in nutrition, dietetics, or food service is strongly preferred, as understanding ingredient data and its importance in school nutrition is key to success.

Core Responsibilities

• Review manufacturer documentation and extract relevant ingredient data
• Independently source and verify ingredient information, including contacting manufacturers to obtain missing or updated documentation
• Accurately input and update ingredient information in Health-e Pro’s database
• Set up and maintain single ingredient recipes within the system
• Review and update global recipes impacted by ingredient changes (e.g., deactivated ingredients or measures, allergen updates, serving size changes)
• Manage Jira tickets throughout the workflow, ensuring tasks are tracked, updated, and completed accurately
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and completeness across all entries
• Identify missing, inconsistent, or unclear data and flag for review
• Follow defined SOPs and data entry standards
• Manage assigned workload efficiently within weekly hour expectations
• Maintain clear communication on progress, blockers, and questions

Requirements:
• Proven experience in data entry, data processing, or database management
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
• Ability to follow structured processes and repeatable workflows
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment
• Proficiency in Google Workspace with the ability to learn and navigate database systems and task management tools (e.g. Jira, Health-e Pro)
• Experience working with nutrition labels, ingredient databases or menu systems, preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English (required for collaboration with U.S.-based team and external partners)

Nice to Haves

• Nutrition, food science, or dietetics background or coursework.
• Prior experience with ingredient, recipe, or menu management software.
• Familiarity with US food labeling conventions and USDA terminology.
• Experience in regulated or compliance-driven data entry environments.