Recipe Data Entry & Restaurant Systems Consultant

About the Role TNI Restaurant Consultants is seeking a detail-oriented Recipe Data Entry & Restaurant Systems Consultant to support our Private Club Client with recipe management, menu costing, and restaurant technology implementation. This is a project-based, remote contract position ideal for someone who enjoys working with structured data, restaurant systems, and maintaining an exceptional level of accuracy. The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for entering / updating and maintaining recipes within ChefTec, ensuring recipes are accurately built for recipe costing, inventory management, purchasing, and production. In addition, the consultant will provide support with Jonas POS, assisting with menu programming, item configuration, pricing, modifiers, and general point-of-sale administration. The consultant will work from client-provided recipes, spreadsheets, menus, and supporting documentation while following TNI's established standards and procedures. Responsibilities Accurately enter recipes into the ChefTec platform. (many have been loaded already - there are more to add and some to correct) Create ingredients, recipes, production recipes, and sub-recipes following established company standards. Match ingredients to the correct inventory items and supplier products. Enter recipe yields, serving sizes, units of measure, preparation methods, and production information. Configure recipe costing and maintain accurate food cost data. Review recipes for completeness and identify missing, inconsistent, or inaccurate information. Maintain recipe naming conventions and standardized database structures. Perform quality assurance reviews before submitting completed work. Assist with menu programming and maintenance within Jonas POS. Configure menu items, pricing, modifiers, categories, and related POS settings. Support general Jonas POS administration and data maintenance. Communicate effectively with project managers and clients regarding recipe questions, POS requirements, and data discrepancies. Meet project deadlines while maintaining exceptional quality and accuracy. Qualifications Exceptional attention to detail. Strong organizational and time management skills. Comfortable working with spreadsheets and cloud-based software. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to follow detailed procedures and documentation. Self-motivated and capable of working independently. Reliable computer, internet connection, and remote working environment. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience with ChefTec, or similar recipe costing and inventory management software. Experience with Jonas POS or other food and beverage point-of-sale systems. Restaurant, hospitality, culinary, or foodservice industry experience. Experience with recipe costing, inventory management, purchasing, or menu engineering. Familiarity with food production terminology, recipe yields, portion control, and units of measure. Experience with restaurant menu programming and POS administration. Success in This Role Successful consultants consistently demonstrate: 99%+ data entry accuracy. Exceptional attention to detail. Strong understanding of restaurant recipes and food production. Ability to identify recipe inconsistencies and potential costing issues. Consistent productivity while maintaining outstanding quality. Clear, proactive communication when clarification is required. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. Engagement Details Contract / Project-based Fully remote Flexible working hours Work assigned on a per-project basis Compensation based on project scope, hourly rate, or agreed deliverables What You'll Receive Training on TNi's recipe management standards and workflows. Standard operating procedures and documentation. Ongoing support from experienced restaurant consultants. Exposure to leading restaurant technology platforms, including ChefTec and Jonas POS. Opportunities for recurring projects with restaurant, hospitality, and foodservice clients throughout North America. The ideal candidate is someone who has been involved in restaurants or hotels and is very comfortable with inputting data into systems. A Restaurant Opening manager or corporate tech support is ideal background. The ability to communicate with others is essential. Must reside in South California and be able to go on site to Marina Del Rey