Food & Beverage F-1 STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in California
California's food and beverage industry spans large-scale manufacturers in the Central Valley, established CPG brands headquartered in the Bay Area, and beverage innovators in Los Angeles. Companies like McCormick, Dole, and Del Monte have California operations that hire for technical roles. F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship is most common in data, food science, and supply chain functions.
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Job Description
The Historic Preservation Carpentry Shop Manager supervises the repair and maintenance of all historically designated facilities at the Asilomar Hotel and Conference Grounds and other Aramark Destinations accounts. This position also directs trade workers, assigns daily tasks, and trains the work crew in safe and compliant work practices. The person in this position must be experienced in all areas of historic preservation, restoration, maintenance and provide training on different phases of maintenance and construction.
Compensation Data
COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $100,000.00 to $120,000.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.
BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation
There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Job Responsibilities
Duties include but not limited to:
- Be knowledgeable and act as the subject matter expert in the preservation of cultural and historic designated facilities.
- Oversee daily management of historic preservation personnel, trades, and the Historic Preservation Center.
- Ability to evaluate existing conditions of historic structures and building components and advise project teams on restoration scope of work, process, schedules, and associated costs.
- Develop detailed schedule of materials, budgets, and preservation means and methods to meet specific conditions of restoration projects.
- Prepares project statements including presentation of methods and processes in National Park proposals and other supporting documentation; follows presentation standards as set forth by the National Park Service.
- Provides awareness training and input on best practices pertaining to historical preservation to the Historical Preservation Team and property management and staff.
- Coordinates with historical architects, contractors, and other preservation firms to ensure project compliance and completion of assigned restoration projects.
- Recordkeeping as required by National, State, and public land agencies.
- Knows and follows all company, Environmental, Health, and Safety Management Programs and policies.
- Works extra shifts and hours as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications
- Must have at minimum a high school diploma or G.E.D.
- Bachelor’s Degree in architecture, architectural history, and/or historic preservation, minimum one-year experience assessing historic buildings, or equivalent combination of education (related trade school), historic certification(s) and experience working on historic preservation projects.
- National Park Service HPTC desired but not required. Ability to obtain proper historic preservation certifications.
- Adept in assessing existing historic structures, components, and details to support project initiatives for preservation.
- Excellent carpentry and woodworking skills.
- Extensive knowledge of construction materials, species of wood, caulks, sealants, glass, fastening materials.
- Extensive knowledge of carpentry & woodworking hand and power tools, equipment, and associated uses.
- Extensive knowledge of painting, staining, waterproofing means and methods for various materials for restoration of various building components.
- Experience working with the National Park Service, SHPO, and familiarity with NPS/SHPO policies, processes, and documentation preferred, but not required.
- Understanding of the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and familiarity with the Section 106 review process.
- Ability to read and understand architectural drawings and specifications.
- Experience as journeyman and manager of millwork/wood shop.
- Must have working knowledge of all construction means & methods for: (Framing, Drywall, Painting, Finish Carpentry, etc).
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Working knowledge of codes and specifications.
- Computer skills to include Microsoft, Windows, Excel, & Word.
- Understand basic budget relationships (i.e. labor expense, cost breakdowns, purchasing).
Physical Requirements to Perform Job Duties
- Ability to stand and walk on paved, unpaved, uneven, and slippery surfaces for extended periods of time.
- Ability to climb stairs and ladders frequently.
- Ability to remain balanced; stoop, squat, kneel, crouch, crawl, twist, turn, push, pull, grasp, and reach down, forward, and overhead repetitively.
- Manual dexterity to use hand tools including screwdrivers, hammer, steel measuring tape, utility knife, cordless drill, level, pliers, wrenches and socket wrench set, shovels, step ladders, etc., and power-operated tools.
- Must be able to use general cleaning supplies; grasp, lift, push, pull and use cleaning equipment.
- Visual acuity to recognize and complete repairs and maintenance.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently and 70 pounds occasionally.
- Must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle, larger moving vans, trucks, and vehicles to pick-up and deliver materials as required. (CDL licenses is NOT required).
- The worker is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions: adverse conditions may include extreme heat and/or cold, wind, humidity, and sometimes inclement weather.
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Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential.
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Which food and beverage companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in California?
California-based food and beverage employers with a history of hiring STEM OPT candidates include large CPG manufacturers, agricultural processing companies, and beverage brands concentrated in the Bay Area, Los Angeles, and the Central Valley. Companies such as Dole, Del Monte, and regional dairy and wine producers operate technical teams that have filed Labor Condition Applications for food science, engineering, and data roles.
Which cities in California have the most food and beverage F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
The Bay Area and Los Angeles are the most active markets for technical food and beverage roles tied to STEM OPT sponsorship, largely because corporate headquarters and R&D centers are concentrated there. Fresno, Stockton, and Modesto in the Central Valley offer manufacturing and process engineering positions with companies that produce packaged goods and agricultural products at scale.
What types of food and beverage roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles that typically qualify are those classified under STEM-designated CIP codes, including food scientist, food technologist, quality assurance engineer, supply chain analyst, data analyst, process engineer, and packaging engineer. The position must appear in a field that maps to an approved STEM degree discipline. Purely administrative or sales roles generally do not qualify, even at food and beverage companies that otherwise sponsor visas.
How do I find food and beverage F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa type and industry, so you can search for food and beverage roles in California that are open to F-1 STEM OPT candidates without manually screening every posting. Migrate Mate surfaces employer Labor Condition Application filing history, which helps you identify California food and beverage companies that have sponsored similar roles before, giving you a more targeted list to prioritize.
Are there state-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in California's food and beverage sector?
California's strict employment laws, including additional wage transparency and worker classification rules, affect how employers structure sponsored roles. Food and beverage companies in California are also subject to state food safety regulations that can shape which technical positions they need to fill with degree-qualified candidates. Your DSO at your university must authorize STEM OPT through SEVIS before you begin work, regardless of the employer or industry.