Job description
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Overview
The Student Nutrition & Data Assistant provides temporary support to Yale Hospitality, with a primary focus on advancing the PFG (Performance Food Group) transition. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of recipe and product data within the Jamix system, including nutrition and allergen information, under the guidance of a Registered Dietitian.
The assistant will review and validate recipes and stock cards, working closely with both retail and residential dining teams to confirm recipe accuracy. Accurate recipe data is essential to ensuring reliable nutrition and allergen labeling for guests. As part of the PFG transition, the assistant will also review incoming products, identify and flag inconsistencies, assess nutrition and allergen information, and help ensure that all products align with Yale Hospitality’s standards and values.
This is a detail-oriented, project-based role that supports a critical operational transition and requires strong organizational skills and cross-team collaboration.
Required Skills
and Abilities
- Attention to detail, ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Able to navigate standard computer technologies and applications, including web browsers. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Able to multitask, prioritize, meet deadlines, and work effectively with competing deadlines.
- Able to maintain strict confidentiality.
Preferred Skills
and Abilities Job Description Complete assignments, as requested. Required Education and Experience Will vary depending on the specific title of the position. Some undergraduate/graduate positions may specify a student of a specific degree program, field of study, etc. Required License(s) or Certification(s) Will vary depending on the specific title of the position.
Physical Requirements Physical Requirements: Job Posting Date 03/25/2026 Job Category Temporary/Casual Bargaining Unit NON Compensation Grade No Grade Compensation Grade Profile Hourly Hourly Range Time Type Part time Duration Type Temporary / Casual (Fixed Term) Work Model Hybrid Background Check Requirements All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements.
All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website. Health Requirements Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities.
These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy. Posting Disclaimer The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position.
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