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Application deadline: Sep 15, 2026
Food Safety Manager is a role within the Food Safety & Quality organization, focusing primarily on Worldwide Grocery Stores (WWGS) Private Brands, including Amazon Grocery and Whole Foods Market 365. This position is responsible for ensuring the safety, compliance, and continuous improvement of regional food production sites that supply our private brand portfolio. The manager will lead facility approvals, conduct rigorous due diligence and facility reviews, and manage corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs). The role will collaborate with cross-functional teams and utilize tools in multiple digital platforms, including Foodlogiq, CMX1, and internal Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools.
Key job responsibilities
- Facility Approval & Due Diligence
- New Facility Qualification: Perform the end-to-end qualification of new food production sites for WWGS Private Brands, ensuring all regulatory, hygiene, and safety standards are met before any product is released.
- Ongoing Due Diligence: Maintain and update due diligence documentation for all existing production sites, including audits, certifications, and compliance evidence.
- Risk Assessment: Perform periodic risk assessments to identify potential hazards and develop mitigation strategies.
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Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with Procurement, Supply Chain, Product Development, and Quality teams to align food safety requirements with procurement strategies and product launch timelines.
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Facility Reviews & Inspections
- On-Site Reviews: Conduct comprehensive reviews at risk prioritized production sites to verify adherence to food safety standards, GMPs, and internal policies.
- Audit Leadership: Coordinate and lead internal and third party audits, incorporate findings, and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.
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Supplier Scorecarding: Maintain a supplier scorecard system that captures performance metrics (e.g., audit results, CAPA closure rates, compliance status) and feeds into supplier selection and renewal decisions.
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Systems & Tool Proficiency
- Platform Management: Utilize Foodlogiq, CMX1, and internal Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools. Ensure all food safety data is accurately entered, maintained, and reported through these systems.
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Data-Driven Decision Making: Pull and analyze data from the platforms to generate insights, dashboards, and trend reports that support strategic decision-making.
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Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA)
- Incident Management: Work closely with the Incident Management team to investigate and close out CAPAs resulting from food safety incidents, non-conformances, or audit findings.
- Root Cause Analysis: Lead root cause investigations, develop effective corrective actions, and verify effectiveness of preventive actions.
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CAPA Tracking: Maintain a centralized CAPA log within the appropriate system, ensuring timely closure and documentation of all actions.
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Policy, Procedure & Compliance
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Develop, maintain, and enforce SOPs related to facility qualification, audit planning, and CAPA management.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all activities comply with FDA, FSMA, USDA, and other applicable food safety regulations.
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Continuous Improvement: Champion a culture of continuous improvement through regular reviews of processes, metrics, and system capabilities.
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Reporting & Communication
- Executive Reporting: Provide regular updates to senior leadership on key metrics (e.g., audit results, CAPA closure rates, supplier performance) through dashboards and written reports.
- Cross-Functional Updates: Deliver clear, data driven presentations to cross-functional teams to communicate risk status, audit findings, and improvement initiatives.
About the team
We build customer trust in our food safety and quality programs. We do this through our long term vision, operational excellence, partnership with business stakeholders, and commitment to technology.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- 5+ years of compliance, audit or risk management experience
- 5+ years of conducting workplace risk investigations experience
- Experience in conducting workplace risk investigations
- Experience leveraging technology to drive process improvements
- Experience leading and influencing your team or organization
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree or equivalent
- 7+ years of customer-facing environment experience
- HACCP Certification
- GFSI-Recognized Systems (BRCGS/SQF/FSSC22000) Certification or experience
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Experience working in a customer-facing environment
- Experience with physical security control and surveillance systems
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, , - 74,200.00 - 129,800.00 USD annually
USA, MI, Virtual Location - Michigan - 74,200.00 - 129,800.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Virtual Location - Virginia - 74,200.00 - 129,800.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Application deadline: Sep 15, 2026
Food Safety Manager is a role within the Food Safety & Quality organization, focusing primarily on Worldwide Grocery Stores (WWGS) Private Brands, including Amazon Grocery and Whole Foods Market 365. This position is responsible for ensuring the safety, compliance, and continuous improvement of regional food production sites that supply our private brand portfolio. The manager will lead facility approvals, conduct rigorous due diligence and facility reviews, and manage corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs). The role will collaborate with cross-functional teams and utilize tools in multiple digital platforms, including Foodlogiq, CMX1, and internal Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools.
Key job responsibilities
- Facility Approval & Due Diligence
- New Facility Qualification: Perform the end-to-end qualification of new food production sites for WWGS Private Brands, ensuring all regulatory, hygiene, and safety standards are met before any product is released.
- Ongoing Due Diligence: Maintain and update due diligence documentation for all existing production sites, including audits, certifications, and compliance evidence.
- Risk Assessment: Perform periodic risk assessments to identify potential hazards and develop mitigation strategies.
-
Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with Procurement, Supply Chain, Product Development, and Quality teams to align food safety requirements with procurement strategies and product launch timelines.
-
Facility Reviews & Inspections
- On-Site Reviews: Conduct comprehensive reviews at risk prioritized production sites to verify adherence to food safety standards, GMPs, and internal policies.
- Audit Leadership: Coordinate and lead internal and third party audits, incorporate findings, and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.
-
Supplier Scorecarding: Maintain a supplier scorecard system that captures performance metrics (e.g., audit results, CAPA closure rates, compliance status) and feeds into supplier selection and renewal decisions.
-
Systems & Tool Proficiency
- Platform Management: Utilize Foodlogiq, CMX1, and internal Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools. Ensure all food safety data is accurately entered, maintained, and reported through these systems.
-
Data-Driven Decision Making: Pull and analyze data from the platforms to generate insights, dashboards, and trend reports that support strategic decision-making.
-
Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA)
- Incident Management: Work closely with the Incident Management team to investigate and close out CAPAs resulting from food safety incidents, non-conformances, or audit findings.
- Root Cause Analysis: Lead root cause investigations, develop effective corrective actions, and verify effectiveness of preventive actions.
-
CAPA Tracking: Maintain a centralized CAPA log within the appropriate system, ensuring timely closure and documentation of all actions.
-
Policy, Procedure & Compliance
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Develop, maintain, and enforce SOPs related to facility qualification, audit planning, and CAPA management.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all activities comply with FDA, FSMA, USDA, and other applicable food safety regulations.
-
Continuous Improvement: Champion a culture of continuous improvement through regular reviews of processes, metrics, and system capabilities.
-
Reporting & Communication
- Executive Reporting: Provide regular updates to senior leadership on key metrics (e.g., audit results, CAPA closure rates, supplier performance) through dashboards and written reports.
- Cross-Functional Updates: Deliver clear, data driven presentations to cross-functional teams to communicate risk status, audit findings, and improvement initiatives.
About the team
We build customer trust in our food safety and quality programs. We do this through our long term vision, operational excellence, partnership with business stakeholders, and commitment to technology.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- 5+ years of compliance, audit or risk management experience
- 5+ years of conducting workplace risk investigations experience
- Experience in conducting workplace risk investigations
- Experience leveraging technology to drive process improvements
- Experience leading and influencing your team or organization
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree or equivalent
- 7+ years of customer-facing environment experience
- HACCP Certification
- GFSI-Recognized Systems (BRCGS/SQF/FSSC22000) Certification or experience
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Experience working in a customer-facing environment
- Experience with physical security control and surveillance systems
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, , - 74,200.00 - 129,800.00 USD annually
USA, MI, Virtual Location - Michigan - 74,200.00 - 129,800.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Virtual Location - Virginia - 74,200.00 - 129,800.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Food Service Director
Align your credentials to U.S. specialty occupation standards
Australian three-year hospitality or food science degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for E-3 visa purposes. Get your transcripts evaluated by a NACES-accredited service before you start applying so employers don't stall on credential questions.
Target contract dining and healthcare foodservice employers
Healthcare networks, university dining programs, and contract management companies regularly hire Food Service Directors and have dedicated HR teams familiar with work authorization. These employers are far more likely to sponsor an E-3 than independent restaurants or boutique hospitality groups.
Search for E-3 sponsorship roles using Migrate Mate
Most general job boards don't filter by visa sponsorship type, which wastes time on roles that won't move forward. Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Food Service Director positions where employers are open to E-3 sponsorship, so you're only applying where it counts.
Clarify the degree field requirement early in interviews
E-3 approval depends on your degree matching the specific role, not just having any bachelor's degree. If your qualification is in business or a tangential field, prepare documentation showing how your coursework directly supports a Food Service Director specialty occupation classification.
Confirm your employer can meet DOL prevailing wage requirements
Before accepting an offer, verify the salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for the role's location and SOC code. An employer who can't meet that threshold can't certify the Labor Condition Application, which stops the E-3 process entirely regardless of their intent to sponsor.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork
Food Service Director petitions can attract requests for evidence around specialty occupation classification. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the LCA filing, supporting documentation, and consulate preparation so your application is built to withstand that level of scrutiny from the start.
E-3 Visa Food Service Director: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Food Service Director jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for Food Service Director roles where employers are open to E-3 sponsorship. General job boards rarely filter by visa type, so you end up applying blind. Migrate Mate surfaces roles specifically matched to E-3 eligibility, saving you from chasing positions that won't move forward once your work authorization comes up.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Food Service Director role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
It can, but it's not automatic. The role must require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as hospitality management, food science, or dietetics. Generic management experience without a relevant degree won't satisfy the specialty occupation standard. If the employer's job description says a degree is 'preferred' rather than 'required,' that creates a problem at the consulate, so make sure the offer letter language is precise.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Food Service Director positions?
For Australian professionals, the E-3 is significantly more practical. There's no annual lottery, no cap pressure, and you can apply any time of year once you have a job offer and a certified Labor Condition Application. The H-1B lottery accepts only a fraction of registrants each year and runs on a fixed annual cycle, meaning a missed lottery means waiting another full year. The E-3 also renews indefinitely in two-year increments.
Can I switch Food Service Director employers while on an E-3?
Yes, but your E-3 status is tied to your specific employer and role. If you change employers, the new employer must file a fresh Labor Condition Application with the DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp before re-entering the U.S. or, in some cases, a change of status if you're already inside the country. There's no portability provision like some other visa categories, so timing matters.