Food Service Manager Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Utah
Utah's food service manager jobs span a growing mix of resort hospitality in Park City and Deer Valley, large hotel and convention operations in Salt Lake City, and expanding fast-casual chains across the Wasatch Front. Employers including Marriott, Aramark, and Compass Group have sponsored visa candidates for management roles in the state.
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Lead Food Safety. Drive Quality Excellence. Shape the Future of Manufacturing.
At Danone, Manufacturing the best products and supplying them to meet demand is a key driver for our plant teams. We're looking for an experienced and passionate Quality & Food Safety Director to join our West Jordan, Utah manufacturing leadership team and play a critical role in delivering the highest standards of product quality, food safety, and consumer trust.
This is a highly visible leadership role where you'll partner with plant and corporate leadership to build a best-in-class quality culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement across a large-scale manufacturing operation.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As the QFS Director, you will provide strategic and tactical leadership for all Quality and Food Safety activities across the facility. You will:
- Lead the site's Quality & Food Safety strategy and performance.
- Champion a culture where food safety and quality are embedded in every process and decision.
- Ensure compliance with all company, regulatory, and certification requirements, including FDA, GFSI/FSSC 22000, and other applicable standards.
- Oversee laboratory operations, sanitation programs, metrology, preventive quality systems, and product release processes.
- Drive KPI performance, including consumer complaints, specification compliance, product losses, and first-pass quality results.
- Lead internal and external audits and manage corrective action plans.
- Partner with cross-functional teams on innovation, productivity, equipment, and process improvement initiatives.
- Develop, coach, and mentor a team of quality professionals while building future leadership capability.
- Serve as the primary Quality & Food Safety voice within the plant leadership team and broader organization.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs and ladders, balance; stoop, kneel or crouch; talk and hear. Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
MENTAL DEMANDS
Must understand vague and implicit instructions and react favorably in all work situations. Must be mentally adaptable and flexible in dealing with a variety of people. Must be able to communicate providing verbal feedback in a professional manner. Ability to give, receive and analyze information, formulate work plans, prepare written materials, and articulate goals and action plans. Must understand people and be able to communicate effectively with them.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and may be exposed to loud noises in the plant. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to extreme cold, risk of electrical shock and vibration.
ENGAGEMENT IN OUR INTEGRATED WORK SYSTEMS
Ensure adherence to plant standards and procedures (including but not limited to GMP, AIB, FDA, IWS, Quality, Safety, Finance, ISO, HOPE, Danone Behaviors, Daily Direction Setting, Driving OE). As a fundamental piece of the organization, your responsibility is to participate and own the implementation and deployment of IWS system and its pillars (Leadership foundation, Daily Direction Setting, Driving OE; Autonomous Maintenance; planned Maintenance; Focused Improvement; Education and Training; Environmental, Health and Safety; Quality; Organization; Supply Network; Early Equipment Management) with the objective of owning your space, owning your performance (Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Mobilization, Nature) and owning your continuous improvement.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Danone North America additionally offers a performance-based bonus and has a strong benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan options.
ABOUT YOU
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in food science or microbiology or related field, required.
- Minimum of 10 years of quality experience within a food or beverage manufacturing environment, required.
- Prior experience in the dairy industry is desired.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Highly developed communication, leadership, interpersonal, project management skills, coupled with organizational sensitivity and the ability to influence key decision makers at all levels.
- Act as a change agent who is able to build positive relationships on a foundation of trust and mutual respect.
- Technical expertise in finding root cause of quality issues and implementing best solution possible.
- Formal root cause analysis training preferred and must be demonstrated.
- Ability to sift through data to find key factors that contribute to a successful product and the ability to communicate this information to non-technical plant leaders and employees.
- Able to anticipate and prepare 3-5 year strategic vision for Quality excellence.
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal quality regulations is desired.
- Ability to support a 24/7 manufacturing environment as business needs dictate. Work schedules could include early morning, late night or weekend work as needed.
ABOUT US, WE OFFER AND WHAT'S NEXT
Danone U.S. is part of Danone North America, a purpose-driven company and an industry leader in the food and beverage category. You’ll work with some of the best-known food and beverage brands in the world. Our strong portfolio of brands includes: Activia®, DanActive®, Danimals®, Dannon®, evian®, Follow Your Heart®, Happy Family® Organics, International Delight®, Light + Fit®, Nutricia®, Oikos®, Silk®, So Delicious® Dairy Free, STōK® Cold Brew Coffee®, Too Good & Co™, and YoCrunch®.
With approximately 5,000 employees and 13 production locations across the U.S., Danone North America's mission is to bring health through food to as many people as possible.
You’ll be part of one of the largest Certified B Corps™ in the world, working to make sure our company creates real value for people and the planet. Come join our movement for a healthier world: One Planet. One Health BY YOU.
Danone North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial and/or local law. For our EEO policy statement and your EEO rights under law click here.
INTRODUCTION
Lead Food Safety. Drive Quality Excellence. Shape the Future of Manufacturing.
At Danone, Manufacturing the best products and supplying them to meet demand is a key driver for our plant teams. We're looking for an experienced and passionate Quality & Food Safety Director to join our West Jordan, Utah manufacturing leadership team and play a critical role in delivering the highest standards of product quality, food safety, and consumer trust.
This is a highly visible leadership role where you'll partner with plant and corporate leadership to build a best-in-class quality culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement across a large-scale manufacturing operation.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As the QFS Director, you will provide strategic and tactical leadership for all Quality and Food Safety activities across the facility. You will:
- Lead the site's Quality & Food Safety strategy and performance.
- Champion a culture where food safety and quality are embedded in every process and decision.
- Ensure compliance with all company, regulatory, and certification requirements, including FDA, GFSI/FSSC 22000, and other applicable standards.
- Oversee laboratory operations, sanitation programs, metrology, preventive quality systems, and product release processes.
- Drive KPI performance, including consumer complaints, specification compliance, product losses, and first-pass quality results.
- Lead internal and external audits and manage corrective action plans.
- Partner with cross-functional teams on innovation, productivity, equipment, and process improvement initiatives.
- Develop, coach, and mentor a team of quality professionals while building future leadership capability.
- Serve as the primary Quality & Food Safety voice within the plant leadership team and broader organization.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs and ladders, balance; stoop, kneel or crouch; talk and hear. Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
MENTAL DEMANDS
Must understand vague and implicit instructions and react favorably in all work situations. Must be mentally adaptable and flexible in dealing with a variety of people. Must be able to communicate providing verbal feedback in a professional manner. Ability to give, receive and analyze information, formulate work plans, prepare written materials, and articulate goals and action plans. Must understand people and be able to communicate effectively with them.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and may be exposed to loud noises in the plant. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to extreme cold, risk of electrical shock and vibration.
ENGAGEMENT IN OUR INTEGRATED WORK SYSTEMS
Ensure adherence to plant standards and procedures (including but not limited to GMP, AIB, FDA, IWS, Quality, Safety, Finance, ISO, HOPE, Danone Behaviors, Daily Direction Setting, Driving OE). As a fundamental piece of the organization, your responsibility is to participate and own the implementation and deployment of IWS system and its pillars (Leadership foundation, Daily Direction Setting, Driving OE; Autonomous Maintenance; planned Maintenance; Focused Improvement; Education and Training; Environmental, Health and Safety; Quality; Organization; Supply Network; Early Equipment Management) with the objective of owning your space, owning your performance (Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Mobilization, Nature) and owning your continuous improvement.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Danone North America additionally offers a performance-based bonus and has a strong benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan options.
ABOUT YOU
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in food science or microbiology or related field, required.
- Minimum of 10 years of quality experience within a food or beverage manufacturing environment, required.
- Prior experience in the dairy industry is desired.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Highly developed communication, leadership, interpersonal, project management skills, coupled with organizational sensitivity and the ability to influence key decision makers at all levels.
- Act as a change agent who is able to build positive relationships on a foundation of trust and mutual respect.
- Technical expertise in finding root cause of quality issues and implementing best solution possible.
- Formal root cause analysis training preferred and must be demonstrated.
- Ability to sift through data to find key factors that contribute to a successful product and the ability to communicate this information to non-technical plant leaders and employees.
- Able to anticipate and prepare 3-5 year strategic vision for Quality excellence.
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal quality regulations is desired.
- Ability to support a 24/7 manufacturing environment as business needs dictate. Work schedules could include early morning, late night or weekend work as needed.
ABOUT US, WE OFFER AND WHAT'S NEXT
Danone U.S. is part of Danone North America, a purpose-driven company and an industry leader in the food and beverage category. You’ll work with some of the best-known food and beverage brands in the world. Our strong portfolio of brands includes: Activia®, DanActive®, Danimals®, Dannon®, evian®, Follow Your Heart®, Happy Family® Organics, International Delight®, Light + Fit®, Nutricia®, Oikos®, Silk®, So Delicious® Dairy Free, STōK® Cold Brew Coffee®, Too Good & Co™, and YoCrunch®.
With approximately 5,000 employees and 13 production locations across the U.S., Danone North America's mission is to bring health through food to as many people as possible.
You’ll be part of one of the largest Certified B Corps™ in the world, working to make sure our company creates real value for people and the planet. Come join our movement for a healthier world: One Planet. One Health BY YOU.
Danone North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial and/or local law. For our EEO policy statement and your EEO rights under law click here.
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Search Food Service Manager Jobs in UtahFood Service Manager Jobs in Utah: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for food service managers in Utah?
Large hospitality and contract food service companies are the most active sponsors in Utah. Aramark, Compass Group, and Sodexo operate managed dining accounts at universities, hospitals, and corporate campuses across the state. Major hotel operators in Salt Lake City and ski resort destinations like Park City also sponsor food service managers, particularly for properties affiliated with Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt brands.
Which visa types are most common for food service manager roles in Utah?
The H-1B visa is the most commonly used visa for food service managers, provided the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in hospitality management, food science, or a related field. Some multinational contract food service companies also use the L-1A visa to transfer managers from overseas operations into U.S. leadership roles. Eligibility depends on the specific responsibilities of the position.
Which cities in Utah have the most food service manager sponsorship jobs?
Salt Lake City generates the highest volume of food service manager openings, driven by its hotel corridor, convention center, and large healthcare and university dining operations. Park City and the surrounding resort communities also produce consistent demand, especially with seasonal expansions at ski resorts. Provo and Ogden see activity through university-affiliated dining contracts and growing suburban restaurant development.
How to find food service manager visa sponsorship jobs in Utah?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for roles where employers have indicated visa sponsorship availability, making it easier to focus your search on food service manager positions in Utah without sorting through listings that won't consider international candidates. You can filter by state and role type to surface relevant openings at hotel groups, contract dining operators, and resort employers across the Wasatch Front and mountain resort towns.
Are there state-specific considerations for food service managers pursuing visa sponsorship in Utah?
Utah's Department of Labor follows federal prevailing wage requirements for H-1B petitions, so sponsoring employers must document that the offered compensation meets the applicable wage level for the Salt Lake City or relevant metropolitan area. Utah's hospitality sector is shaped heavily by tourism tied to national parks and ski resorts, which means some food service manager roles are seasonal or tied to resort operating calendars, a factor worth clarifying with any prospective sponsor.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored food service manager jobs in Utah?
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.