Food & Beverage Jobs in Tennessee with H-1B Sponsorship

Tennessee's food and beverage industry supports H-1B sponsorship across manufacturing, quality assurance, and research and development roles. Major employers include Nissin Foods, Pepsico operations, and a network of distilleries and food processors concentrated in Nashville, Memphis, and Chattanooga. The state's distribution infrastructure and growing production sector create consistent demand for specialized technical talent.

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Overview

Open Jobs1,866+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type100% On-site
Top LocationNashville, TN
Most JobsDomino's

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Burger King
Team Member
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Burger King
New 1h ago
Team Member
Burger King
Bluff City, Tennessee
Customer Service & Support
Food Service
Hospitality & Guest Services
Customer Service
Hospitality Management
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Starbucks
Barista
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Starbucks
New 2h ago
Barista
Starbucks
Columbia, Tennessee
Food Service
Hospitality & Guest Services
Hospitality Management
$16/hr - $18/hr
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None
10,000+

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Sodexo
Dishwasher
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Sodexo
New 4h ago
Dishwasher
Sodexo
Nashville, Tennessee
$17/hr - $19/hr
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High School
10,000+

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Tyson Foods
General Labor (April), 1st Shift, Obion County
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Tyson Foods
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General Labor (April), 1st Shift, Obion County
Tyson Foods
Union City, Tennessee
$35,464/yr
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Frito-Lay
Packer
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Frito-Lay
New 10h ago
Packer
Frito-Lay
Pulaski, Tennessee
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Job Roles in Food & Beverage in Tennessee

Customer Service & Support1,023 jobs
Food Service1,010 jobs
Hospitality & Guest Services905 jobs
Hospitality Management490 jobs
Customer Service156 jobs
Administrative & Office Support137 jobs
Driving133 jobs
Delivery Drivers132 jobs
Human Resources122 jobs
Sales105 jobs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which food and beverage companies in Tennessee sponsor H-1B visas?

Tennessee has a documented history of H-1B sponsorship in food and beverage through manufacturers, large distributors, and consumer packaged goods companies with operations in the state. Companies with production or R&D facilities in Nashville, Memphis, and Chattanooga have filed Labor Condition Applications for roles in food science, quality control, and process engineering. Checking DOL OFLC disclosure data by employer name and state is a reliable way to identify which companies have previously filed.

Which cities in Tennessee have the most food and beverage H-1B sponsorship jobs?

Nashville, Memphis, and Chattanooga account for the majority of food and beverage H-1B activity in Tennessee. Nashville's broader corporate presence draws regional headquarters and R&D functions. Memphis benefits from significant logistics and distribution infrastructure that supports large food and beverage operations. Chattanooga has attracted food manufacturing investment tied to its industrial base. Smaller production facilities also operate in mid-Tennessee corridors, though sponsorship volume there is lower.

How do I find food & beverage H-1B sponsorship jobs in Tennessee?

Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa type and industry, making it straightforward to search for food and beverage H-1B sponsorship jobs in Tennessee without sorting through roles that don't apply to your situation. Rather than contacting companies speculatively, you can browse verified listings where sponsorship is confirmed. Filtering by state and industry on Migrate Mate narrows results to Tennessee food and beverage employers who are actively hiring and have indicated H-1B sponsorship availability.

What types of food and beverage roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship in Tennessee?

H-1B sponsorship in food and beverage generally applies to specialty occupation roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. In Tennessee, this includes food scientists, quality assurance engineers, process engineers, supply chain analysts, and R&D chemists. Roles in sensory science, regulatory affairs, and food safety compliance also frequently qualify. Production line supervisor and general operations positions are less likely to meet the specialty occupation standard unless the role has clear technical degree requirements.

Are there any Tennessee-specific considerations for food and beverage H-1B sponsorship?

Tennessee's food and beverage sector includes a significant spirits and distilling industry, particularly in Nashville and surrounding counties, which creates demand for fermentation scientists and quality chemists with niche expertise. The state does not have its own visa program, so all sponsorship follows federal H-1B rules including prevailing wage requirements and the annual cap lottery. Employers with multiple Tennessee facilities sometimes file H-1B petitions through a single corporate entity, which can affect how job listings appear in public disclosure data.

What is the prevailing wage for H-1B food & beverage jobs in Tennessee?

U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.

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