Food Specialists for hire in Washington, DC
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills11%Leadership10%Organizational Skills9%Education level
High school diploma or GED67%Bachelor's degree22%Associate's degree9%Years of experience
Less than a year2%1-2 years4%3-5 years12%Current company
Aramark
Applebee's
At Your Service (AYS)Time at current job
Less than a year17%1-2 years37%2-5 years34%
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Last updated: Aug 13, 2026
Food Specialist: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Washington, DC: $66,234 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $35,900 – $125,482 yearly
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Bar Manager
Washington, District of Columbia
Licenses & certifications
Bartender LicenseOLCC Service PermitMAST PermitTIPSDriver's LicenseFood Handler CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsAssistant Manager ExperienceHost/Hostess ExperienceLeadershipBarista ExperienceTime ManagementFood Service Worker
Washington, District of Columbia
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Handler CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationTIPSDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementSkills
Host/Hostess ExperienceAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingCulinary Specialist
Washington, District of Columbia
Licenses & certifications
Class DServsafe Food Handler CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCPRServsafeSkills
Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHotel ExperienceDrivingFood Service ExperienceDietary Aide
Washington, District of Columbia
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardOSHA 10PERC CardDriver's LicenseCPRServsafeSkills
Communication SkillsHost/Hostess ExperienceLeadershipOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementTechnical Specialist II
Washington, District of Columbia
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationCertified Dietary ManagerServsafeBLSFood Handler CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHost/Hostess ExperienceSupervising ExperienceLeadershipCasual Dining ExperienceCounter Team Members & Baristas - Tatte Farragut West
Washington, District of Columbia
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Handler CertificationBarista ExperienceServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
Barista ExperienceHost/Hostess ExperienceLeadershipCasual Dining ExperienceSupervising ExperienceCustomer Service
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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 44 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, leadership and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a Food Specialist?
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: food service worker, supervisor and jersey mikes shift leader.
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 Washington, DC, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a Food Specialist?
Most food specialists have 21 years of professional experience.
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