OPT Food Supervisor Jobs
Food Supervisor jobs on OPT are available across restaurants, dining facilities, university food services, and hospitality groups. Most roles fall under Standard Occupational Classification code 35-1012, which qualifies for STEM OPT only if your degree is in a qualifying field like food science or hospitality management.
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Overview:
We are PepsiCo Sales. We are game changers, mountain movers and history makers. We are a diverse group, spread among 200 countries and united by a shared set of values and goals.
That’s why we Perform with Purpose. Together, we blaze new trails, succeed, celebrate and never settle for second best. At PepsiCo, we’re committed to performing well as individuals and in teams, to strengthen the company as a whole.
Are you hungry to be a part of the World’s largest portfolio of billion-dollar food and beverage brands? Then now is the time to explore the opportunities of PepsiCo: what makes you unique makes us better.
Pepsi Beverages US (PBUS) is PepsiCo’s beverage manufacturing, sales and distribution operating unit in the United States and Canada. This position will be part of the North America Beverage organization.
Responsibilities:
- Food service, also known on premise selling, will service existing accounts and use superior cold-calling selling skills to generate new business for the following customers: Restaurants.
- Build and maintain strategic partnerships with customers and drive customer satisfaction through superior service and execution.
- Acquire new Food Service accounts via leads, cold-calling and other strategic selling solutions.
- Analyze Customer information using IRI and Nielsen to identify and expand business opportunities.
- Coordinate placement of new equipment and ensure flawless execution of logistics.
- Successful candidates will drive volume, revenue and paint the town Pepsi Blue.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
- The expected compensation range for this position is between $60,600 - $94,450.
- Location confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
- Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 10% of annual salary paid out quarterly.
- Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
- In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.
- PepsiCo offers a Fixed and Variable Rate (FAVR) reimbursement benefit for this role.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A minimum of 2 years of fact-based selling experience.
- Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent work experience.
- Food Service or consumer packaged goods experience.
- Must be willing and able to lift 40 lbs. periodically.
- This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.
Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Age
If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Food Supervisor
Target employers with established visa programs
Large restaurant groups, hotel chains, and contract food service companies like those operating campus or corporate dining are more likely to have HR teams familiar with OPT authorization and willing to support future H-1B visa sponsorship.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront
Food service hiring moves fast. Be ready to explain your OPT end date and whether you qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Employers need to know how long you can work without additional visa action on their part.
Emphasize operations and cost-control experience
Food Supervisors who can demonstrate inventory management, labor scheduling, and food cost reduction have stronger leverage in negotiations. These skills signal business value beyond day-to-day supervision and make sponsorship a more attractive investment.
Get your EAD card before your start date
USCIS processing for EAD cards can take several weeks. Apply as early as your DSO allows and confirm your card arrives before your first day. Starting work without a valid EAD violates your OPT status and jeopardizes future work authorization.
Understand which roles qualify for STEM OPT
Not all Food Supervisor positions qualify for the STEM OPT extension. The role must directly relate to your STEM degree. A position managing kitchen operations may qualify under food science but not under a general hospitality degree.
Use Migrate Mate to find OPT-friendly employers
Browse Food Supervisor listings on Migrate Mate to identify employers already open to hiring OPT candidates. Filtering by sponsorship willingness saves time and helps you focus applications on companies where your work authorization won't be a blocker.
Food Supervisor OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Food Supervisor jobs qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, Food Supervisor roles qualify for OPT as long as the position is directly related to your field of study. If your degree is in hospitality management, food science, or a related field, this role fits the OPT work authorization requirement. STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on whether your specific degree appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List.
Can I work as a Food Supervisor on STEM OPT?
You can work as a Food Supervisor on STEM OPT if your degree is in a qualifying STEM field and the role is a direct, practical application of that degree. Food science, nutrition science, and some hospitality technology programs may qualify. Your DSO must confirm your degree's STEM eligibility before you apply for the 24-month extension through USCIS.
Will Food Supervisor employers sponsor me for an H-1B visa?
Some will, particularly large food service companies, hotel groups, and contract dining operators with formal HR infrastructure. Independent restaurants rarely sponsor. The stronger your case that the role requires specialized knowledge from your degree, the more credible the sponsorship conversation becomes. Migrate Mate lists Food Supervisor roles from employers open to sponsoring international candidates.
What documents do I need to start a Food Supervisor job on OPT?
You need your valid EAD card showing your authorized period of employment, your F-1 visa, your passport, and your I-20 with a current OPT recommendation from your DSO. Your employer will complete Form I-9 on your first day and must record your EAD card number and expiration date. Keep a copy of all documents for your own records.
What happens if my OPT expires while working as a Food Supervisor?
You must stop working on the date your OPT authorization ends unless you have an approved H-1B or other valid work status in place. If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap provisions may extend your work authorization through September 30. Talk to your DSO several months before your OPT end date to plan ahead.