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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 ...

Mortenson

Safety Manager I

Cantua Creek, CA · Remote

$100K - $150K/yr

Safety Manager I This role requires 100% travel with rotations. SUMMARY Mortenson is currently ... This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan. #LI-LS1 #LI-REMOTE Please make note:

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How much do remote food safety jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote food safety in California is $18.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.67 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote food safety?

A Remote Food Safety job involves overseeing and ensuring food safety compliance from a remote location. Responsibilities may include reviewing food safety documentation, conducting virtual audits, providing regulatory guidance, and offering training to food industry professionals. Professionals in this role use digital tools to monitor food safety programs, analyze risks, and help businesses meet health and safety standards. Typically, these positions require expertise in food safety regulations, such as FDA, HACCP, or GFSI guidelines.

What are the main challenges faced by remote food safety professionals, and how can they be addressed?

Remote Food Safety professionals often face challenges such as conducting virtual inspections, ensuring accurate data collection, and staying up-to-date with changing regulations across multiple locations. To address these challenges, many organizations provide advanced digital tools and ongoing training to support effective remote audits and communication. Collaboration with on-site teams and leveraging real-time data sharing platforms are also critical for maintaining high food safety standards. Developing strong relationships with local staff and staying proactive about continuous learning can help professionals overcome potential obstacles and excel in this evolving field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the remote food safety position, and why are they important?

Success in a Remote Food Safety role requires strong knowledge of food safety regulations, hazard analysis, and quality control processes, often backed by degrees in food science or related fields and certifications like HACCP or ServSafe. Familiarity with digital auditing platforms, remote inspection tools, and regulatory compliance management systems is typical for this position. Outstanding written communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills help remote food safety professionals excel when working independently or with virtual teams. These capabilities are crucial to effectively monitor food safety remotely, ensure regulatory compliance, and protect public health across distributed operations.

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Infographic showing various Remote Food Safety job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, and 2% Part Time. Highlights an 2% In-person, and 98% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,120 per year, or $18.3 per hour.

Auditor, Food Safety, BRCGS / SQF

SCS Global Services

Emeryville, CA • Remote

Full-time, Contractor

Re-posted 18 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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