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Remote Food Safety Inspection Jobs in California

QIMA

Agriculture Auditor | California Area

Fresno, CA · Remote

Conduct food safety inspections/audits following QIMA/WQS and scheme owner rules. * Develop inspections/audits reports within a determined timeframe. * Summarize and evaluate inspection/audit ...

ASM Global

Regional Chef | Live Nation West

Concord, CA · Remote

$105/hr

Expert knowledge of HACCP and Food Safety practices and the ability toidentifyand correct problems ... WORKING CONDITIONS Location:Remote in CA, WA, NM, AZ. (This is a remote position; however ...

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How much do remote food safety inspection jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote food safety inspection in California is $50,781.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,500.00 and $59,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote food safety inspection?

A Remote Food Safety Inspection job involves assessing food safety standards and compliance through virtual tools, such as video calls, digital checklists, and remote data analysis. Inspectors review food handling, storage, sanitation, and regulatory adherence without being physically present. They may work for regulatory agencies, food manufacturers, or third-party auditing firms. This role requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of food safety regulations, and proficiency with digital inspection technologies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in remote food safety inspection?

To excel in Remote Food Safety Inspection, you need a solid understanding of food safety standards, inspection protocols, and regulatory requirements, often backed by a degree in food science or a related field. Familiarity with remote auditing tools, digital reporting platforms, and relevant certifications such as HACCP or ServSafe is essential. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities help you stand out in this role. These competencies ensure accurate, compliant inspections and clear reporting, even when working remotely with diverse clients or facilities.

What are some typical challenges faced in a remote food safety inspection role and how can they be managed?

One common challenge in remote food safety inspection is ensuring thorough assessments without being physically present, which requires clear communication with on-site staff and adept use of video and digital inspection tools. Inspectors often need to coordinate across different time zones and adapt to varying facility technologies. Proactively building rapport with facility personnel and staying updated on digital auditing platforms can make remote inspections more efficient and reliable. Embracing these strategies helps maintain high standards of food safety compliance while working from a distance.

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Infographic showing various Remote Food Safety Inspection job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,781 per year, or $24.4 per hour.

Auditor, Food Safety, BRCGS / SQF

SCS Global Services

Emeryville, CA • Remote

Full-time, Contractor

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Job Overview

The Food Safety auditor is responsible for conducting audits in facilities (and farms for SQF) in accordance with both the audit scheme and SCS protocol. Auditors travel to client sites, perform inspections, determine compliance, review corrective actions, and submit their audit reports for review and certification.

This is a contract position. SQF is open across the US; BRC is open to all Canadian Geographic Regions and US Costal Regions: North & South East (i.e. FL, VA, Carolinas, DE, NY/NJ/CT), CA, PNW (OR or WA).

Relevant Standards/Schemes

  • SQF
  • BRC

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Audit Coordination

  • Schedule and confirm audit date with client
  • Prepare and send client audit plan according to protocols
  • Book travel, hotel and transportation according to company policy, and submit expense reports

Audit Services

  • Adhere to all quality and code of conduct standards
  • Conduct audits using applicable checklists, forms, and tools
  • Maintain positive client relationships and respond to all client inquiries and concerns
  • Submit complete and accurate audit reports within established timelines
  • Ensure thorough client records are maintained

Program Quality and Compliance

  • Attend trainings to maintain qualification to conduct audits; maintain training records
  • Maintain up to date knowledge of applicable regulations and standards
  • Prepare clients for audit process by sending required audit plan

    Qualifications (Minimum requirements per scheme or QMS)

    • Familiarity with the third-party certification process
    • Strong communication and customer service skills
    • Well-developed organizational and time management skills
    • Strong computer skills, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and database systems
    • Willing to travel up to 75%, mostly overnight travel throughout the US and Canada

    Education and Experience

    SQF

    • University degree in a related food sector category, food science, food technology, or related discipline
    • 40-hour Lead Auditor training course (e.g. Exemplar Global, IRCA)
    • 2-day HACCP training course
    • 5-day SQF Lead Auditor training
    • 15 hours of continuing professional development
    • 5-years of full-time food industry experience in a food-related technical, professional, or supervisory role

    BRC

    • University degree in a food-related or bioscience discipline, or as a minimum have successfully completed a higher education course in a food or bioscience-related discipline (a minimum of 10 years industry experience may be used in lieu of a 4-year degree with BRC approval)
    • 5+ years of professional experience related to the food industry
    • 2-day HACCP training course
    • Lead Auditor course from a third party AND the BRC current food safety standard training course OR BRC Lead Auditor course with current standard training
    • 40-hour quality management system training (e.g. Exemplar Global, IRCA, BRC 3rd-party course)

    Physical Requirements

    This is an office-based job 25% of the time and a field position 75% of the time. Must be able to sit 6+ hours per day. Keyboarding 6+ hours per day. Must be able to speak and listen in person and on the phone. Must be able to physically travel to audit sites via both plane and car. Travel to audit sites requires the ability to stand, walk and carry up to 20 lbs. of equipment, possibly on steep, rough terrain.

    Work Environment

    • Remote (home office based) and client sites across the US/Canada
    • While auditing/assessing:
      • Processing equipment in facilities
      • Pesticide and other chemical storage facilities
      • Temperature extremes of high heat or cold

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