15 careers in food industry hiring now
The Food Industry involves producing and distributing food items. Workers ensure safe handling, preparation, and quality control. Knowledge of hygiene standards is critical.
The 294,866 food industry jobs listed below are hiring now and offer salaries ranging from $35,268 to $62,836 per year. Cook, Server, and Line Cook currently have the most job openings.
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Updated Aug 18, 2026
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United States
Job openings
Cook
United States
$16.79
per hour
Server
United States
$18.11
per hour
Line Cook
United States
$18.52
per hour
Host/Hostess
United States
$16.14
per hour
Barista
United States
$16.20
per hour
Dishwasher
United States
$15.93
per hour
Bartender
United States
$18.42
per hour
Restaurant Manager
United States
$61,430
per year
Kitchen Team Member
United States
$15.85
per hour
Restaurant Staff
United States
$14.81
per hour
Restaurant General Manager
United States
$62,836
per year
Food Service Worker
United States
$16.95
per hour
Prep Cook
United States
$17.30
per hour
Busser
United States
$15.11
per hour
Deli Associate
United States
$15.65
per hour
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Cook
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Cooks prepare meals, manage kitchen operations, and maintain food safety standards. Culinary skills, creativity in menu development, and kitchen management experience are essential.
Cook jobs take 62 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 39% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 46,998 jobsAverage pay
United States
$16.79 per hourSkills
- Cooking
- Restaurant experience
- Food preparation
- Food service
- Food handling
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Server
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Servers provide table service, take orders, and ensure guest satisfaction. Experience in food and beverage service, strong communication skills, and attentiveness are key for excellent customer experiences.
Server jobs take 67 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 51% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 41,914 jobsAverage pay
United States
$18.11 per hourSkills
- Restaurant experience
- Customer service
- Serving
- Communication skills
- Hospitality
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Line Cook
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Line Cooks prepare food items, maintain kitchen stations, and follow recipes. Key skills include proficiency in culinary techniques, kitchen equipment use, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Line Cook jobs take 111 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 49% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 25,353 jobsAverage pay
United States
$18.52 per hourSkills
- Cooking
- Restaurant experience
- Kitchen experience
- Food preparation
- Food handling
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Host/Hostess
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Hosts/Hostesses greet guests, manage reservations, and coordinate seating in dining establishments. A warm demeanor, multitasking abilities, and excellent communication skills are key for a welcoming atmosphere and smooth operations.
Host/Hostess jobs take 72 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 50% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 23,837 jobsAverage pay
United States
$16.14 per hourSkills
- Customer service
- Restaurant experience
- Hotel experience
- Guest relations
- Serving
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Barista
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Baristas prepare beverages, maintain cleanliness, and provide excellent customer service. Experience with coffee machines, strong interpersonal skills, and an understanding of food safety standards are important.
Barista jobs take 61 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 43% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 23,394 jobsAverage pay
United States
$16.20 per hourSkills
- Customer service
- Restaurant experience
- Serving
- Hospitality
- Barista experience
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Dishwasher
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Dishwashers clean dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment, ensuring health standards are met. Ability to work efficiently under pressure, reliability, and maintaining clean workspaces are important traits.
Dishwasher jobs take 49 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 48% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 21,959 jobsAverage pay
United States
$15.93 per hourSkills
- Dishwashing
- Restaurant experience
- Kitchen experience
- Food service
- Communication skills
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Bartender
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Bartenders prepare beverages, manage bar inventory, and engage customers. cocktail-making skills, customer service experience, and knowledge of health regulations are needed.
Bartender jobs take 86 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 54% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 20,410 jobsAverage pay
United States
$18.42 per hourSkills
- Bartending
- Restaurant experience
- Hospitality
- Serving
- Communication skills
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Restaurant Manager
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Restaurant Managers oversee daily operations, manage staff, and ensure customer satisfaction. Experience in restaurant management, leadership skills, and strong customer service abilities are crucial.
Restaurant Manager jobs take 94 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 7% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 16,320 jobsAverage pay
United States
$61,430 per yearSkills
- Restaurant experience
- Leadership
- Customer service
- Food service
- Food handling
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Kitchen Team Member
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Kitchen Team Members prepare food, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and assist chefs. Culinary knowledge, teamwork skills, and ability to follow safety standards are needed.
Kitchen Team Member jobs take 70 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 38% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 14,110 jobsAverage pay
United States
$15.85 per hourSkills
- Kitchen experience
- Cooking
- Food preparation
- Restaurant experience
- Food service
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Restaurant Staff
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Restaurant Staff serve customers, maintain cleanliness, and support kitchen operations. Customer care skills, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and teamwork are essential.
Restaurant Staff jobs take 55 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 57% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 13,055 jobsAverage pay
United States
$14.81 per hourSkills
- Customer service
- Food service
- Cash register
- Restaurant experience
- Food safety
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Restaurant General Manager
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Restaurant General Managers oversee operations, manage staff, and ensure customer satisfaction. Leadership skills, restaurant management experience, and financial acumen are essential. Knowledge of industry trends is advantageous.
Restaurant General Manager jobs take 77 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 3% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 11,568 jobsAverage pay
United States
$62,836 per yearSkills
- Customer service
- Hospitality
- Leadership
- Food service
- Restaurant experience
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Food Service Worker
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Food Service Workers prepare meals, serve customers, and maintain kitchen cleanliness. Skills in food preparation, customer interaction, and adherence to health standards are essential.
Food Service Worker jobs take 46 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 39% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 10,038 jobsAverage pay
United States
$16.95 per hourSkills
- Supervising experience
- Hospitality
- Serving
- Guest services
- Restaurant experience
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Prep Cook
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Prep Cooks assist chefs, prepare ingredients, and ensure kitchen cleanliness. Culinary skills, attention to sanitation standards, and teamwork abilities are essential.
Prep Cook jobs take 88 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 46% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 9,781 jobsAverage pay
United States
$17.30 per hourSkills
- Cooking
- Restaurant experience
- Culinary experience
- Kitchen experience
- Knife skills
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Busser
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Bussers clear tables, assist servers, and maintain dining area cleanliness. Skills in teamwork, time management, and attention to cleanliness are crucial.
Busser jobs take 71 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 48% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 8,735 jobsAverage pay
United States
$15.11 per hourSkills
- Restaurant experience
- Bussing
- Cleaning
- Food service
- Communication skills
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Deli Associate
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Deli associates prepare and serve deli items, assist customers and maintain cleanliness. Attention to detail, customer service skills and strong organizational abilities are essential in this role.
Deli Associate jobs take 55 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 56% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 7,394 jobsAverage pay
United States
$15.65 per hourSkills
- Grocery store
- Hi-Lo
- English
- Food safety
- Cleaning