Food Specialists for hire in Washington, DC
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18,352
candidates
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Most popular skills
- Communication Skills
- 11%
- Organizational Skills
- 9%
- Time Management
- 8%
Education level
- High school diploma or GED
- 61%
- Bachelor's degree
- 15%
- Associate's degree
- 11%
Years of experience
- More than 10 years
- 70%
- 1-2 years
- 20%
- 3-5 years
- 10%
Current company
Panera Bread
Aramark
K-12 by Elior
Time at current job
- 2-5 years
- 43%
- 1-2 years
- 29%
- Less than a year
- 14%
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Last updated: Nov 2, 2026
Food Specialist: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Washington, DC: $41,309 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $35,900 – $50,306 yearly
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Dietary Aide
Washington, District of Columbia
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardOSHA 10PERC CardDriver's LicenseCPRServsafe Certification+1 moreSkills
Communication SkillsHost/Hostess ExperienceLeadershipOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementSupply Technician/ Forensics Autopsy Transporter
Washington, District of Columbia
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10CPRServsafe Certification+2 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsAssistant Manager ExperienceTime ManagementCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipLine Cook/Prep Cook
Washington, District of Columbia
Licenses & certifications
Food Service Health Code ComplianceFood Sanitation PracticesFirst Aid CertificationFlagger CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10+6 moreSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportFood Service Worker
Washington, District of Columbia
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationCPRServsafe CertificationFood Handler CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
LeadershipHost/Hostess ExperienceOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementMathematical AptitudeAmazon Warehouse Associate
Washington, District of Columbia
Licenses & certifications
Flagger CertificationPassenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseFood Handler CertificationHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response TrainingSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsUpscale Casual ExperienceHost/Hostess ExperienceBambooCrew Member/Food Prep
Washington, District of Columbia
Licenses & certifications
Pharmacy Technician CertificationTeaching CertificationChild Development Associate CertificationRBT CertificationCosmetology LicenseTESOL Certification+23 moreSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsFast Casual ExperiencePharmacy Technician ExperienceHeavy LiftingLeadership
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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 time management.
What licenses or certifications are common for food specialists?
Common licenses or certifications for food specialists include: Servsafe Certification, Driver's License 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, crew member/food prep and amazon warehouse associate.
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 18 years of professional experience.
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