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Boston Globe Media

Food Writer, Boston.com

Boston, MA · On-site

$38.41 - $61.53/hr

Each month, our stories reach millions of people, and we're seeking a food writer to join our Community team. We're looking for a digital journalist with strong news judgment and a sharp editorial ...

Brewsky's Food & Spirits

KENO WRITER

Lincoln, NE · On-site

Brewsky's Food & Spirits is a small regional chain of family-friendly sports bars, with 3 locations ... KENO WRITERS ARE PAID HOURLY WAGES PLUS TIPS. Big Winners usually tip well!! A Keno Writer at ...

360training

Food and Beverage Senior Course Writer

Base pay information is based on market location Food and Beverage Senior Course Writer 360 Training is looking for a Food and Beverage Senior Course Writer and subject matter expert to develop and ...

360training

Food and Beverage Senior Course Writer

Base pay information is based on market location Food and Beverage Senior Course Writer 360 Training is looking for a Food and Beverage Senior Course Writer and subject matter expert to develop and ...

BSM Partners

Writer

Bentonville, AR · On-site

Knowledge of pet care, animal health, or food production a plus To Apply Please send your resume and include 2-3 writing samples that demonstrate your range. We're especially interested in seeing ...

ZERO ZONE INC

Technical Writer

North Prairie, WI · On-site

The coolers and freezers you find those and other food products in are what we do!! Zero Zone is a ... Under the direction of the Director of Marketing & National Accounts, the Technical Writer will be ...

KCRW Inc

Good Food Fellow

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$28.85/hr

How You'll Make An Impact KCRW's Good Food seeks to foster future food writers, curators and creators through a thirteen-month fellowship. The program will facilitate an exchange of ideas ...

Omnicom Health

Senior Writer

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) legal and regulatory requirements, and weave that information ... Write high-quality work that meets brand, regulatory, and editorial standards while also training ...

The Just One Project

Grant Writer

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

THE ORGANIZATION The Just One Project's mission is to increase access to food, resources, and ... Lead grant proposal writing and submission in partnership with the SEDR, including preparing ...

Snow Companies

Senior Writer

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) legal and regulatory requirements, and weave that information ... Write high-quality work that meets brand, regulatory, and editorial standards while also training ...

The Just One Project

Grant Writer

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

THE ORGANIZATION The Just One Project's mission is to increase access to food, resources, and ... Lead grant proposal writing and submission in partnership with the SEDR, including preparing ...

Caiman Haiti Foundation

Grant Writer

Mount Vernon, NY · On-site

... with food, clothing, medical supplies and other essential items. Prepare grant proposals by ... Qualifications Have a bachelor's degree in communications, English, professional writing or a ...

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How much do food writer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for food writer in the United States is $38.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.85 and $47.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges food writers face when balancing creativity with editorial guidelines?

Food writers often need to strike a balance between expressing their unique voice and adhering to publication standards. This can mean adjusting tone, length, or focus to fit the needs of different editors or audiences, which sometimes requires flexibility and quick adaptation. Additionally, fact-checking recipes and culinary information while creating engaging, original content can be challenging under tight deadlines. Effective communication with editors, chefs, and photographers is also crucial for ensuring accuracy and meeting expectations.

What Does a Food Writer Do?

As a food writer, your primary responsibilities are to write reviews and critical articles on food establishments and specific dishes. Your duties are to visit bars, restaurants, cafes, and other areas to try new recipes and report your educated opinion. You talk about the cooking techniques, the authenticity of the style, how the flavors combine, presentation, and other tasting aspects that encourage your readers to visit and try the dish. A food writer can work for blogs, magazines, websites, or other publications, but you can also be freelance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Food Writer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Food Writer, you need strong writing skills, a deep understanding of food culture, and often a background in journalism, culinary arts, or communications. Familiarity with digital publishing platforms, SEO strategies, and food photography tools like DSLR cameras or editing software is highly beneficial. Creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to convey sensory experiences engagingly make someone stand out in this role. These skills ensure compelling, credible, and visually appealing content that resonates with diverse audiences and meets industry standards.

What does a food writer do?

A food writer creates content about food, cooking, restaurants, culinary trends, and food culture. They may write articles, reviews, recipes, or books, and their work can appear in magazines, newspapers, blogs, or other media outlets. Food writers often research ingredients, interview chefs or food experts, and sometimes test recipes themselves. Their goal is to inform, educate, and entertain readers while sharing insights about the culinary world.
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Freelance food writer

Freelance food writer

Embarcadero Media Foundation

Palo Alto, CA • On-site

$250/wk

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

Description:

Opening: Embarcadero Media Freelance Reporter – Food
Department: Editorial, Foodist – appears in Palo Alto Weekly, The Almanac, Mountain View Voice, Redwood City Pulse
Reports To: Adrienne Mitchel / Food Editor
Location: Remote
Date: 3/3/25

About Us

Embarcadero Media Foundation is a nonprofit journalism group with three printed weekly newspapers, seven hyperlocal news websites and six email newsletters that serve a population of more than 500,000 people on the MidPeninsula and the East Bay’s Tri-Valley. We are looking for a motivated and passionate freelance reporter to join our food branch, The Peninsula Foodist, to inform, inspire and entertain our readers and the foodies of the Peninsula.

Articles for Peninsula Foodist appear on four websites – Palo Alto Online, The Almanac, Mountain View Voice and Redwood City Pulse – and may also appear in two print newspapers – Palo Alto Weekly and The Almanac. Peninsula Foodist has its own Instagram account, @peninsulafoodist, and weekly newsletter.

Job Summary

The Food Freelancer will be responsible for producing food features (generally 800-1,200 words) and food blogs (generally 300-600 words). The ideal candidate will possess excellent interviewing, writing and storytelling skills and have a passion for food. The Food Freelancer will be working closely with the Food Editor and the Features Editor at Embarcadero Media.

Key Responsibilities

  • Produce food features, roundups, enterprise stories, profiles and Q&As. Deadlines are flexible as long as you communicate your timeline with the Food Editor.
  • Produce food blogs, such as restaurant openings and closings. Deadlines are flexible as long as you communicate your timeline with the Food Editor.
  • Keep an eye out for food stories while in the field and pitch relevant stories to the Food Editor
  • While the Food Freelancer is not responsible for taking photos on the scene, they are responsible for communicating with the source about a time for a photographer to come by and/or to request courtesy images from the source

Required Qualifications

  • Degree in journalism or related field
  • 1 year of experience reporting professionally
  • Knowledge of the Peninsula’s food scene (San Mateo and Santa Clara counties, excluding San Jose)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience reporting on food and/or working in the food industry
  • Being a foodie!

Skills and Abilities

  • Strong communication and written skills
  • Ability to interview, craft a story and write in AP style

Working Conditions

  • Flexible hours – produce at least 1 feature or 1 set of three blogs per month
  • Remote
  • May have to drive to meet sources and conduct interviews

Compensation

  • $200 for a feature
  • $250 for three blogs

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter and three clips via the application form. Freelance reporter applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. For details, contact amitchel@embarcaderopublishing.com.

Requirements: