Ryan E. Dittoe
Galena
Summary
Accomplished food safety professional recognized for establishing robust training programs and compliance protocols. Dedicated to fostering a culture of safety and quality across large organizations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Senior Director, Food Safety + Risk + CX
Sweetgreen
Los Angeles
07.2024 - Current
- Implemented loss prevention measures such as security cameras and employee monitoring systems.
- Implemented loss prevention measures to minimize shrinkage in the department.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations and standards.
- Developed and implemented food safety training programs for staff.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive food safety policies and procedures.
- Analyzed data trends to enhance risk assessment and management initiatives.
Sr. Director, Global Restaurant Food Safety & QA
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Columbus
04.2023 - 07.2024
- Responsible for the overall food safety compliance and culture for 100,000+ employees across the globe
- Established best in class monitoring and repsonse protocols to ensure safety for customers and employees
- Sets overall strategy and execution of Chipotle Mexican Grill's supplier food safety programs including supplier risk assessments, menu item risk assessments, supplier operations auditing strategy, cold chain monitoring programs, supply chain diversification, analytical and laboratory testing, and traceability.
- Sets overall strategy and execution of onboarding supplier operations associated with new menu development including the associated risk assessments, supplier operation audits, recipe development, monitoring after commercialization, establishing and verifying primary and secondary shelf life, establishing hot and cold holding parameters, and communication of progress to cross functional team members.
- Sets overall strategy and execution to support supply chain diversification including new supplier and menu item risk assessments, supplier operation audits, recipe development, commercialization, quality monitoring, validating primary and secondary shelf life, , and communication of progress to cross functional team members.
- Sets overall Traceability strategy and responsible for ensuring Chipotle executes day to day task for farm to restaurant traceability including the capture and storage of Key Data Elements, cold chain monitoring, new supplier onboarding, and support of company initiatives that intersect with Food Traceability (RFID).
- When necessary, this position oversees the efficient and effective execution of product removals from our Distribution Centers and Restaurants.
- Sets overall strategy and execution of Chipotle's FSQA support as it relates to New Business Development and International growth.
- Responsible for the capture, trending, and communication of all food safety and quality restaurant and customer feedback associated with menu items and ingredients. Using various data, establishes and communicates KPIs internally as well as for the Food Safety Advisory Council, and for Board of Directors.
- Support Food Safety Crisis Management as needed.
- Coordinate with Chipotle's Restaurant and Field Food Safety teams to execute any and all activities associated with outbreak response or regulatory investigations. Responsible for drafting communication to regulatory agencies and internal executives.
- Monitors industry best practices for quality, safety, and regulatory activities/trends that may impact Chipotle Supply Chain or restaurant operations.
- Lead and build automation strategy efforts to enhance food safety processes and efficiency.
- Drives business outcomes from within MSAs for pest control vendors, our food safety digital solution provider, and 3rd party audit program and manages the platforms’ function.
- Manage CMG’s third-party audit program and strategy, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and internal standards.
- Manage the partnership and effectiveness of our digital food safety solution, driving real-time compliance.
- Manage CMG’s health department variance program, ensuring compliance with custom regulatory allowances.
- Navigate and lead escalated Health Department and regulatory situations such as illness allegation, complaints, investigations, and plan reviews, ensuring a swift and proactive response.
- Develop and maintain a proactive health department rapport and strategy to enhance long-term regulatory relationships.
- Provide direct SME support to operations teams in managing and mitigating imminent health hazards. Helps manage thru restaurant crisis and make risk-based decisions.
- Offer technical guidance on procedures related to cleanliness, food safety, and operational standards to ensure continuous improvement.
- Provide essential data and insights to the business to guide decision-making and support food safety goals.
- Manage the food safety professional internship program, fostering growth and hands-on experience for future food safety leaders.
- Lead and guide the team to achieve seamless communication and consistently deliver quality work.
Director, Safety, Security & Risk
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Denver
10.2018 - 06.2023
- Managed purchasing and administration of Chipotle Insurance Program, including D&O, liability, workers' compensation, property, and cyber insurance.
- Oversaw claims management for workers' compensation and liability cases to ensure timely resolutions.
Directed litigation management for compensation, liability, and labor-related issues to mitigate risks.
- Conducted internal operations audits to enhance compliance and operational efficiency.
- Executed internal cash audits and managed cash handling processes to maintain financial integrity.
Implemented executive protection measures and physical security protocols to safeguard personnel.
Coordinated alarm management systems to ensure rapid response to security incidents.
- Led crisis response initiatives and managed employee illness hotline for effective communication.
Manager, Operations Excellence & Standards
Chipotle
Denver
03.2014 - 05.2016
- conducted brand standards audits across 1500 locations
- Ensured consistency of execution of food, service, and throughput standards
- Evaluated locations based on readiness for promotion to Restaurateur (elite General Manager)
- Summarized market visits and provided qualitative and quantative summaries to executive leadership, including Co-CEOs and CFO
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration and Management
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN06-2010
Skills
- Food safety compliance
- Supplier management
- Regulatory compliance
- Data analysis
- Quality assurance
- Crisis management
- Strategic planning
- Risk management
Certification
CP-FS (Certified Professional - Food Safety)
Accomplishments
Top 40 Food Safety Professionals Under 40, 2023 (The Alliance to Stop Foodborne Illness)
Timeline
Senior Director, Food Safety + Risk + CX
Sweetgreen
07.2024 - Current
Sr. Director, Global Restaurant Food Safety & QA
Chipotle Mexican Grill
04.2023 - 07.2024
Director, Safety, Security & Risk
Chipotle Mexican Grill
10.2018 - 06.2023
Manager, Operations Excellence & Standards
Chipotle
03.2014 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration and Management
Purdue University