Asset & Data Steward, U.S. Development

KFC•Irvine, CA

17d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Asset & Data Steward supports Taco Bell’s U.S. Development team by ensuring asset data and documentation are accurate, complete, accessible, and maintained throughout the restaurant lifecycle. The role establishes data and document standards, strengthens Development processes, and partners with business and system owners to resolve information gaps across new builds, replacements, remodels, and other asset actions. The Asset Steward also supports designated Development tools and helps create a reliable information foundation for reporting, asset strategy, portfolio planning, and future growth. The position independently manages designated asset records, files, and repositories, applies scalable data-quality standards, leads audits, and resolves data and documentation issues with business and system partners. It improves information handoffs at key Development milestones, develops procedures and training resources, supports designated tools and processes, and represents asset and data stewardship on cross-functional initiatives. The role is hybrid, with an onsite expectation Tuesday through Thursday and a year-round flex day on Friday.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in data stewardship, document management, business systems, process improvement, Development operations, or a related field.
Ability to organize and maintain large volumes of data and documentation across multiple projects, systems, and stakeholders.
Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking, with a commitment to data accuracy, quality, and usability.
Experience documenting business processes and creating standard operating procedures, process maps, job aids, user guides, or training materials.
Resourceful, collaborative problem-solving skills; ability to manage shifting priorities, coordinate across functions, and translate business needs into practical solutions.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and experience with databases, reporting tools, document repositories, workflow platforms, or related business technologies.

Nice To Haves

Restaurant Development or asset-management experience.

Responsibilities

Independently manage designated U.S. Development asset records, files, and repositories for new builds, replacements, remodels, and other asset actions.
Establish and apply data-quality standards, naming conventions, required fields, documentation requirements, lifecycle controls, and tracking tools.
Lead routine audits and resolve data and documentation issues by defining steps, work plans, ownership, and follow-through with business and system partners.
Own and improve asset-information handoffs at key Development milestones; anticipate risks and coordinate timely corrective action.
Develop, implement, and improve standard operating procedures, process maps, user guides, FAQs, training resources, and other tools.
Serve as a knowledgeable point of contact for designated Development tools and processes, resolve common and moderately complex issues, coordinate escalations, and recommend practical solutions.
Represent asset and data stewardship on cross-functional projects, partnering with internal customers and peers to deliver analysis-ready information for reporting, portfolio planning, asset strategy, remodel decisions, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Hybrid work schedule with onsite expectation Tuesday through Thursday and a year-round flex day Friday.
Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons.
Onsite dining center and game room, including a Taco Bell inside the building.
Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, and carwash.
Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions.
Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year, plus holidays and time off for volunteering.
Generous parental leave for all new parents and an adoption assistance program.
401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands and immediate vesting.
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care.
Discounts, free food, and swag.
Bonus eligibility.