Food Scientist Jobs in Louisiana
Food Scientist jobs in Louisiana are open across New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Lafayette and other Louisiana metros, with employers like Wendy's, McDonald's, and Starbucks hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description
Summary:
Assumes responsibility and authority in the multi-functional food service areas. Implements business practices in order to uphold CHRISTUS mission and values. The candidate will be responsible for Café operations, food quality, customer service, cash handling procedures, catering and all back of the house operations when needed. Candidate must also be competent in the following areas: Analytical Thinking, Diversity Awareness, Customer Focused, Dependability, Stress Tolerance, Flexibility, Technical & Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills and Integrity.
Responsibilities:
- Leads and manages the activities of all Diet Office, Tray Line, and Hostess employees (Total of 53 FTES)
- Plans and coordinates the ordering, assembly, and delivery of all patient food, supplements, and floor stock
- Oversees and inspects the quality of patient food and ensures a quality presentation to customers
- Ensures food standards are managed and maintained by tasting and reviewing all batches of patient food
- Manages all special customer services needs for patients, families, visitors, VIPs etc.
- Prepares work schedules and manages all staffing issues, patient volume changes, patient service issues, and all aspects of menu Planning
- Leads a Food Service preparation, assembly, and distribution operation that feeds between 350 and 400 patients three times per Day, and seven days per week
Requirements:
- BS in nutritional background, i.e. culinary, dietetics
- Managerial Experience: 3 years of lead/supervisory experience
Work Schedule:
TBD
Work Type:
Full Time
Description
Summary:
Assumes responsibility and authority in the multi-functional food service areas. Implements business practices in order to uphold CHRISTUS mission and values. The candidate will be responsible for Café operations, food quality, customer service, cash handling procedures, catering and all back of the house operations when needed. Candidate must also be competent in the following areas: Analytical Thinking, Diversity Awareness, Customer Focused, Dependability, Stress Tolerance, Flexibility, Technical & Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills and Integrity.
Responsibilities:
- Leads and manages the activities of all Diet Office, Tray Line, and Hostess employees (Total of 53 FTES)
- Plans and coordinates the ordering, assembly, and delivery of all patient food, supplements, and floor stock
- Oversees and inspects the quality of patient food and ensures a quality presentation to customers
- Ensures food standards are managed and maintained by tasting and reviewing all batches of patient food
- Manages all special customer services needs for patients, families, visitors, VIPs etc.
- Prepares work schedules and manages all staffing issues, patient volume changes, patient service issues, and all aspects of menu Planning
- Leads a Food Service preparation, assembly, and distribution operation that feeds between 350 and 400 patients three times per Day, and seven days per week
Requirements:
- BS in nutritional background, i.e. culinary, dietetics
- Managerial Experience: 3 years of lead/supervisory experience
Work Schedule:
TBD
Work Type:
Full Time
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Where Louisiana roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Food Scientist Job Market in Louisiana
A snapshot from current Louisiana openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Wendy's87
- McDonald's67
- Starbucks66
- Burger King47
- Jefferson Parish Schools15
Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage303
- Hospitality & Tourism80
- Retail25
- Education15
- Government & Public Sector4
What Louisiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in food scientist jobs across Louisiana.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in food science, food technology, or a closely related field
- Hands-on experience with product formulation and bench-scale development
- Working knowledge of food safety regulations including HACCP, GMPs, and FDA labeling requirements
- Proficiency with sensory evaluation methods and statistical analysis software
- Experience with pilot plant or production-scale process trials
- SQF, PCQI, or other food safety certification preferred or required
Food Scientist Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How many food scientist jobs are there in Louisiana?
There are 370+ food scientist openings in Louisiana on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Lafayette. New positions post regularly as employers across Louisiana hire.
Which Louisiana cities have the most food scientist jobs?
New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Lafayette have the most food scientist openings in Louisiana right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire food scientists in Louisiana?
Employers hiring food scientists in Louisiana include Wendy's, McDonald's, and Starbucks, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote food scientist jobs in Louisiana?
Yes. About 0% of food scientist openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Louisiana metros.
How do I apply for food scientist jobs in Louisiana?
You can apply to food scientist jobs in Louisiana directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Louisiana location, then apply to each one that fits.
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