Food Scientist Jobs in North Carolina
Food Scientist jobs in North Carolina are open across Charlotte, Raleigh, and Greensboro and other North Carolina metros, with employers like Starbucks, Papa John's, and McDonald's hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
The Supervisor Food Services manages staff in the department in order to ensure the delivery of high-quality food service. This role ensures that trays contain accurate ingredients and portions, ensures that employees are complying with all regulatory agency standards, and helps train employees and document their development status. This role ensures that storage areas use the proper labeling, dating, and storage protocol for food. This role also helps create cleaning assignment schedules and inspect that the department is following Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) standards.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION:
- Assigns, supervises, and directs nutrition service employees, including completing performance appraisals and implementing disciplinary actions when needed.
- Ensures timely and efficient meal service to all service areas by following the opening and closing checklist, making sure that all documentation is in place, making sure all areas are staffed accordingly, and making sure that all food is presentable.
- Adheres to and ensures that employees comply with all regulatory agency standards (Infection Control, Health Department, The Joint Commission) and department and hospital policies and procedures (dress code) as evidenced by satisfactory inspections and audits.
- Reviews, inspects and monitors the completion of daily cleaning assignment sheets.
- Inspects all walk-in coolers, freezers, and reach-ins in order to ensure the proper labeling, dating, and storage of materials.
- Provides employee training and ongoing development and ensures that comprehensive documentation systems are maintained, so that status, progress and participation can be easily monitored.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education:
- Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
- Required: 3-5 years of food service supervisory experience.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/LISTING:
- Required: SERV Safe Certification required within one year from date of hire (must be renewed every 5 years).
INTRODUCTION
The Supervisor Food Services manages staff in the department in order to ensure the delivery of high-quality food service. This role ensures that trays contain accurate ingredients and portions, ensures that employees are complying with all regulatory agency standards, and helps train employees and document their development status. This role ensures that storage areas use the proper labeling, dating, and storage protocol for food. This role also helps create cleaning assignment schedules and inspect that the department is following Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) standards.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION:
- Assigns, supervises, and directs nutrition service employees, including completing performance appraisals and implementing disciplinary actions when needed.
- Ensures timely and efficient meal service to all service areas by following the opening and closing checklist, making sure that all documentation is in place, making sure all areas are staffed accordingly, and making sure that all food is presentable.
- Adheres to and ensures that employees comply with all regulatory agency standards (Infection Control, Health Department, The Joint Commission) and department and hospital policies and procedures (dress code) as evidenced by satisfactory inspections and audits.
- Reviews, inspects and monitors the completion of daily cleaning assignment sheets.
- Inspects all walk-in coolers, freezers, and reach-ins in order to ensure the proper labeling, dating, and storage of materials.
- Provides employee training and ongoing development and ensures that comprehensive documentation systems are maintained, so that status, progress and participation can be easily monitored.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education:
- Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
- Required: 3-5 years of food service supervisory experience.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/LISTING:
- Required: SERV Safe Certification required within one year from date of hire (must be renewed every 5 years).
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Food Scientist Job Market in North Carolina
A snapshot from current North Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Starbucks189
- Papa John's81
- McDonald's71
- KFC47
- Aramark22
Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage411
- Hospitality & Tourism145
- Retail72
- Transportation & Logistics19
- Healthcare & Medical Services18
What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in food scientist jobs across North Carolina.
- 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 North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How many food scientist jobs are there in North Carolina?
There are 707+ food scientist openings in North Carolina on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Charlotte, Raleigh, and Greensboro. New positions post regularly as employers across North Carolina hire.
How much do food scientists make in North Carolina?
Food scientists in North Carolina earn a median of about $79,840 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $49,850 for the lowest 10% to over $138,460 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which North Carolina cities have the most food scientist jobs?
Charlotte, Raleigh, and Greensboro have the most food scientist openings in North Carolina right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire food scientists in North Carolina?
Employers hiring food scientists in North Carolina include Starbucks, Papa John's, and McDonald's, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote food scientist jobs in North Carolina?
Yes. About 0% of food scientist openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in North Carolina metros.
How do I apply for food scientist jobs in North Carolina?
You can apply to food scientist jobs in North Carolina directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred North Carolina location, then apply to each one that fits.
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