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Eureka Restaurant Group

Food Runner/ Expo

Hawthorne, CA · On-site +1

Our mission is simple: serve authentic Mexican food with bold flavors, in a space that feels alive and welcoming. And that comes down to our people. We're building a team that brings: * Energy - A ...

Air Force Materiel Command

FOOD SERVICE WORKER

Edwards, CA · On-site +1

$18.03/hr

Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate and/or complete food handler training. Interacts with colleagues, supervisors, and customers in a COURTEOUS and PROFESSIONAL manner, demonstrating ...

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How much do remote food jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote food in California is $27.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.24 and $37.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote food job?

A Remote Food job involves working in the food industry while operating from a remote location, such as a home office or co-working space. These jobs can include roles like food writers, nutrition consultants, menu planners, remote chefs, and customer support for food delivery services. Many businesses in the food sector now offer remote positions for tasks like marketing, business development, and online culinary education. While some roles may require occasional on-site visits, most tasks can be completed using digital tools.

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

Remote food-related roles, such as remote food writers, consultants, or customer service representatives, require strong communication skills, deep industry knowledge, and relevant experience in food and hospitality. Familiarity with digital collaboration tools, content management systems, and sometimes nutrition or food safety certifications can be beneficial. Resourcefulness, attention to detail, and self-motivation enable professionals to manage tasks independently and adjust to virtual teamwork. These abilities ensure high-quality work and efficient collaboration in a remote, food-focused environment.

What are the common challenges faced while working in a remote food industry role?

Working in a remote food-related position often means adapting to virtual communication, which can present challenges in clearly conveying ideas or instructions related to food or service. Staying connected with clients, teammates, or partners in different time zones can also require flexibility and strong organizational skills. Additionally, maintaining a deep understanding of current food trends or operational best practices may take extra effort since you aren’t physically present in restaurants, kitchens, or production facilities. Addressing these challenges often involves proactive communication, ongoing professional development, and effective time management.

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Infographic showing various Remote Food job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 81% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,849 per year, or $27.3 per hour.

Auditor, Food Safety, BRCGS / SQF

SCS Global Services

Emeryville, CA • Remote

Full-time, Contractor

Re-posted 10 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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