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Food Scientist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in food science, chemistry, or a closely related field. Large CPG manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, and contract research organizations sponsor H-1B petitions regularly, with many filing under the annual 85,000-slot cap each April.
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This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ryan Rubino. Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.
SALARY
Salary: $85,000 - $125,000 per year
About us
We are a food manufacturing company in Modesto, CA looking for a Food Scientist to join our growing team!
WHY JOIN US?
- Great team culture!
- Great pay/benefits!
- Room for career growth!
JOB DETAILS
We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Food Scientist to join our team in the Accounting + Finance industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and improving our food products while ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with a background in Food Science, Nutrition, or Culinary Science to apply their skills in a unique and challenging role. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the food industry, including knowledge of GFCO, Paleo, NGPV, USDA, Culinology, Culinary Science, Food Science, nutrition, Culinary School certification, meat science, HACCP, food safety, GMP, and keto food products.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and improve food products while ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.
- Conduct research to determine the nutritional value, safety, and quality of food.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative food products.
- Perform sensory evaluations and shelf-life testing for food products.
- Maintain knowledge of current food industry trends and regulations.
- Ensure products meet GFCO, Paleo, NGPV, USDA, Culinology, Culinary Science, Food Science, nutrition, Culinary School certification, meat science, HACCP, food safety, GMP, and keto food product standards.
- Analyze food content to determine levels of vitamins, fat, sugar, and protein.
- Work with operations to improve existing processes and develop new ones that enhance product quality and profitability.
- Ensure all products are consistent with company and industry quality standards.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Culinary Science or related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in food science or a related field.
- Knowledge of GFCO, Paleo, NGPV, USDA, Culinology, Culinary Science, Food Science, nutrition, Culinary School certification, meat science, HACCP, food safety, GMP, and keto food products.
- Strong understanding of food industry trends and regulations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
- Must be detail-oriented and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Knowledge of laboratory testing procedures and safety protocols.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong project management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
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INTRODUCTION
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ryan Rubino. Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.
SALARY
Salary: $85,000 - $125,000 per year
About us
We are a food manufacturing company in Modesto, CA looking for a Food Scientist to join our growing team!
WHY JOIN US?
- Great team culture!
- Great pay/benefits!
- Room for career growth!
JOB DETAILS
We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Food Scientist to join our team in the Accounting + Finance industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and improving our food products while ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with a background in Food Science, Nutrition, or Culinary Science to apply their skills in a unique and challenging role. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the food industry, including knowledge of GFCO, Paleo, NGPV, USDA, Culinology, Culinary Science, Food Science, nutrition, Culinary School certification, meat science, HACCP, food safety, GMP, and keto food products.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and improve food products while ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.
- Conduct research to determine the nutritional value, safety, and quality of food.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative food products.
- Perform sensory evaluations and shelf-life testing for food products.
- Maintain knowledge of current food industry trends and regulations.
- Ensure products meet GFCO, Paleo, NGPV, USDA, Culinology, Culinary Science, Food Science, nutrition, Culinary School certification, meat science, HACCP, food safety, GMP, and keto food product standards.
- Analyze food content to determine levels of vitamins, fat, sugar, and protein.
- Work with operations to improve existing processes and develop new ones that enhance product quality and profitability.
- Ensure all products are consistent with company and industry quality standards.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Culinary Science or related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in food science or a related field.
- Knowledge of GFCO, Paleo, NGPV, USDA, Culinology, Culinary Science, Food Science, nutrition, Culinary School certification, meat science, HACCP, food safety, GMP, and keto food products.
- Strong understanding of food industry trends and regulations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
- Must be detail-oriented and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Knowledge of laboratory testing procedures and safety protocols.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong project management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Food Scientist
Align your degree to your role
USCIS scrutinizes Food Scientist petitions when the applicant's degree field doesn't directly match the role. A chemistry or biology degree supporting a flavor development position needs a clear connection documented in your petition's specialty occupation argument.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Your offer must meet DOL's prevailing wage for your exact job title, location, and level. Run your role through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer so you know whether your salary meets Level I through Level IV thresholds.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to find Food Scientist roles filtered by employers who have certified Labor Condition Applications for this occupation. That history confirms the company understands the filing process and has done it before.
Verify your O*NET classification with your employer
Your employer's attorney will classify your role using an O*NET occupation code. Ask which code they intend to use, Food Scientists and Food Technologists have distinct codes that can affect how USCIS evaluates the specialty occupation requirement.
Understand the April 1 filing window
Cap-subject H-1B petitions can only be filed starting April 1 for an October 1 start date. If you're finishing a CPG internship or OPT period, time your job search so an offer is confirmed before your employer misses that window.
Confirm your employer files the LCA itself
The LCA is filed by the employer through DOL's FLAG system, not by you. Before accepting an offer, ask whether the company's HR or immigration counsel has handled this before, first-time sponsors sometimes underestimate the LCA certification timeline.
H-1B Visa Food Scientist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Food Scientist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, Food Scientist positions qualify as specialty occupations when the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in food science, food technology, chemistry, microbiology, or a directly related field. USCIS will examine whether the specific duties of your position, such as formulation, sensory analysis, or regulatory compliance, genuinely require that specialized degree. Roles requiring only a general science background without a specific field connection can face Requests for Evidence.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Food Scientists?
Consumer packaged goods manufacturers, ingredient and flavoring companies, contract research organizations, and food testing laboratories are the most active H-1B sponsors for this occupation. Academic institutions and government contractors can also sponsor but are often cap-exempt, meaning they aren't subject to the 85,000-slot annual limit. Use Migrate Mate to find employers with verified LCA filing history specifically for Food Scientist and Food Technologist roles.
What happens to my H-1B if I move from product development to a regulatory affairs role at the same company?
A material change in job duties, title, or location typically requires your employer to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before the change takes effect. Moving from bench formulation work to regulatory affairs is likely a material change because the SOC code, prevailing wage level, and specialty occupation argument may all differ. Your employer's immigration counsel should evaluate this before the transition.
Can my employer list multiple work locations on my H-1B petition?
Yes, but each location must have its own certified LCA covering the applicable prevailing wage for that area. Food Scientists who travel between a headquarters and a manufacturing plant, or who work at a client facility under a contract research arrangement, need LCAs covering all worksites. Failing to cover a new location before starting work there is a compliance violation that can affect your petition's validity.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect Food Scientist job seekers?
Most private-sector Food Scientist roles fall under the annual H-1B cap, which means USCIS runs a lottery when registrations exceed 65,000 regular-cap slots plus 20,000 advanced-degree slots. Selection is random, so a strong application and qualified employer don't guarantee a slot. If you aren't selected, you can reregister in subsequent years or explore cap-exempt employers such as universities or nonprofit research institutions while you wait.