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Production Manager jobs are accessible on F-1 OPT, but most employers expect you to address your work authorization timeline upfront. Your OPT period gives you 12 months of authorized employment, with a 24-month STEM extension available if your degree qualifies. Operations and manufacturing roles at mid-to-large companies are the most likely to engage with the sponsorship process.
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Sodexo is seeking a Food Production Manager 3 for Beaufort Memorial Hospital located in Beaufort, SC.
Beaufort Memorial Hospital is a licensed 201 bed modern facility located in Beaufort, SC. Beaufort is a city on Port Royal Island, one of South Carolina’s coastal Sea Islands. It’s known for its antebellum mansions, especially in the downtown historic district. A short drive away from beautiful Hilton Head Island and Savannah, GA!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What You'll Do:
- manage and coordinate daily food production for patients and guests;
- ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and healthcare regulations;
- collaborate with clinical teams to meet specialized dietary needs;
- lead, train, and develop kitchen staff to maintain high performance standards;
- monitor inventory, ordering, and cost controls to meet budget targets; and
- maintain quality, consistency, and timely meal delivery.
COMPENSATION
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What You Bring:
- food production or culinary management experience, preferably in healthcare or large-scale food service;
- knowledge of food safety standards and regulatory requirements;
- strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills; and
- experience with inventory management and cost control.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 2 years
Minimum Functional Experience – 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.
WHO WE ARE
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
INTRODUCTION
Sodexo is seeking a Food Production Manager 3 for Beaufort Memorial Hospital located in Beaufort, SC.
Beaufort Memorial Hospital is a licensed 201 bed modern facility located in Beaufort, SC. Beaufort is a city on Port Royal Island, one of South Carolina’s coastal Sea Islands. It’s known for its antebellum mansions, especially in the downtown historic district. A short drive away from beautiful Hilton Head Island and Savannah, GA!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What You'll Do:
- manage and coordinate daily food production for patients and guests;
- ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and healthcare regulations;
- collaborate with clinical teams to meet specialized dietary needs;
- lead, train, and develop kitchen staff to maintain high performance standards;
- monitor inventory, ordering, and cost controls to meet budget targets; and
- maintain quality, consistency, and timely meal delivery.
COMPENSATION
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What You Bring:
- food production or culinary management experience, preferably in healthcare or large-scale food service;
- knowledge of food safety standards and regulatory requirements;
- strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills; and
- experience with inventory management and cost control.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 2 years
Minimum Functional Experience – 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.
WHO WE ARE
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Production Manager
Lead with your authorization status, not your visa
Tell employers you're authorized to work for any employer without sponsorship during your OPT period. Many hiring managers conflate OPT with H-1B visa sponsorship. Clarifying this early removes the most common objection before it derails your application.
Target companies with existing H-1B filing history
Companies that have sponsored H-1B visas in the past are far more likely to do it again. Focus your search on manufacturers, logistics firms, and consumer goods companies with established international hiring pipelines and in-house HR infrastructure.
Quantify your production outcomes on your resume
Employers weigh sponsorship costs against candidate value. Production Managers who can show measurable results, such as reduced cycle times, improved yield rates, or cost savings, give hiring managers a concrete case to bring to leadership when requesting sponsorship approval.
Identify your STEM extension eligibility early
If your degree is in engineering, operations research, or a qualifying STEM field, you may be eligible for a 24-month OPT extension. Confirming this before your job search lets you honestly offer employers a longer runway before H-1B sponsorship becomes necessary.
Build relationships with operations and plant-level managers
Hiring decisions for Production Manager roles often originate with operations directors, not HR. Connecting directly with plant managers or supply chain leaders who understand your day-to-day value can accelerate sponsorship conversations past the standard recruiter screening process.
Negotiate sponsorship as part of the offer, not after
Raise the H-1B sponsorship question before signing an offer, not six months into the job. Companies that intend to sponsor will say so. Those that won't rarely change their position, and it's better to know before you commit to a role.
Production Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Production Manager on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Production Manager roles qualify under OPT as long as the position is directly related to your degree field. An engineering or operations management degree typically satisfies this requirement. You're authorized to work for any employer during your OPT period without the employer needing to file any immigration paperwork on your behalf upfront.
Does a Production Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you hold a degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, supply chain management, or another STEM-designated field, you may qualify for a 24-month extension. The job itself also needs to meet the formal training requirements outlined in your STEM OPT training plan, which your DSO helps prepare.
How do I find Production Manager jobs where the employer will sponsor an H-1B?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored job searches, so it's the most efficient place to browse Production Manager openings at companies with a demonstrated sponsorship history. Filtering by employers who have filed H-1B petitions in manufacturing, operations, or logistics narrows your search to companies already familiar with the sponsorship process.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I'm laid off from a Production Manager role?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new position, transfer to a different visa status, or depart the United States. During that window, you're not authorized to work, but you remain in valid F-1 status. Starting your job search immediately is critical, since the 60 days does not pause or extend.
Do Production Manager roles at manufacturing companies commonly sponsor visas?
Mid-to-large manufacturers, aerospace companies, automotive suppliers, and consumer packaged goods firms are among the more active H-1B sponsors for operations and production roles. Smaller facilities with fewer than 50 employees are less likely to have the HR infrastructure to manage sponsorship. Prioritizing established companies with international operations improves your odds of finding a sponsorship-willing employer.