Food Specialists for hire in Jackson, MS
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills12%Time Management11%Leadership11%Education level
High school diploma or GED65%Associate's degree20%Bachelor's degree12%Years of experience
More than 10 years90%6-10 years10%Current company
Waffle House
WIS International
Aramark
Time at current job
Less than a year33%1-2 years33%2-5 years33%
Browse Indeed's database of 2,148 profiles for Food Specialists in Jackson, MS
Last updated: Sep 25, 2026
Food Specialist: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Jackson, MS: $39,528 yearly
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Patient Dining Associate
Jackson, Mississippi
Licenses & certifications
ServsafeForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationFood Handler CertificationHVAC CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsCafeteria Manager
Jackson, Mississippi
Licenses & certifications
Kitchen ManagementFood IndustryKitchen ExperienceFood Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's License+6 moreSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsUpscale Casual ExperienceOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingBenefit Advisor
Jackson, Mississippi
Licenses & certifications
TABC CertificationCertified Personal TrainerCertified Fitness InstructorFood Safety CertificationServsafe Alcohol CertificationDriver's License+7 moreSkills
Assistant Manager ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsProduction Line Leader
Byram, Mississippi
Licenses & certifications
Certified Quality AuditorDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification+1 moreSkills
Host/Hostess ExperienceHeavy LiftingPersonal Assistant ExperienceOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipEngagement Specialist
Ridgeland, Mississippi
Licenses & certifications
AEDFirst Aid CertificationCertified Medical AssistantServsafeFood Handler CertificationBLSSkills
LeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsPersonal Assistant ExperienceAnalysis SkillsMicrosoft OfficeDinning Room Manager
Jackson, Mississippi
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationRegistered DietitianDriver's LicenseCertified Nutrition SpecialistHACCP CertificationCNA+12 moreSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsPrivate School ExperienceUpscale Casual ExperienceTime Management
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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 55 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, time management and leadership.
What licenses or certifications are common for food specialists?
Common licenses or certifications for food specialists include: Driver's License, Servsafe 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: engagement specialist, patient dining associate and cafeteria manager.
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 Jackson, MS, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a food specialist?
Most food specialists have 19 years of professional experience.
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