Food Specialists for hire in Fort Wayne, IN

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    1,951

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    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills
    11%
    Organizational Skills
    10%
    Leadership
    10%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    53%
    Associate's degree
    19%
    Bachelor's degree
    17%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    60%
    6-10 years
    30%
    3-5 years
    10%
  • Current company

    • ManpowerGroup
    • Bob Evans Restaurant
    • Aramark
  • Time at current job

    1-2 years
    63%
    Less than a year
    25%
    More than 5 years
    13%

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Last updated: Nov 12, 2026

Food Specialist: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Fort Wayne, IN: $31,975 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $27,042 – $37,809 yearly
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  • Packer

    Fort Wayne, Indiana

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRServsafe Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipTime ManagementHost/Hostess Experience
  • Youth Service Specialist

    Fort Wayne, Indiana

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRServsafe Certification

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementPublic SpeakingCustomer Service
  • Quick Service Food and Beverage Cast Member

    Fort Wayne, Indiana

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseState Tested Nursing AssistantCPRCNA+1 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsCash ManagementCash Handling
  • Assiatant Manager

    Fort Wayne, Indiana

    Licenses & certifications

    Series 63Series 7ASE CertificationCPRASE Parts Specialist CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipAnalysis SkillsPersonal Assistant ExperienceBarista Experience
  • Line Cook/Prep Cook

    Fort Wayne, Indiana

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRPeer Support AdvocacyCertified Recovery SpecialistRecovery Peer Support

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsFood PreparationFood Service ExperienceRestaurant Experience
  • Line Cook/Prep Cook

    Fort Wayne, Indiana

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDBartender LicenseFood Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's License+5 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsCasual Dining ExperienceAmerican Cuisine

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What's the average time to fill a food specialist role?

The average time to fill a food specialist role is 28 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do food specialists tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a food specialist include: communication skills, organizational skills and leadership.

What licenses or certifications are common for food specialists?

Common licenses or certifications for food specialists include: Driver's License, CPR and Food Handler Certification.

What are some job titles related to food specialists?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to food specialists include: line cook/prep cook, sustainability specialist and quick service food and beverage cast member.

What level of education is common for a food specialist?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a food specialist in Fort Wayne, IN, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a food specialist?

Most food specialists have 16 years of professional experience.

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