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How much do assistant food service buyer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant food service buyer in the United States is $23.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $25.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Food Service Buyer vs Food Service Buyer?

AspectAssistant Food Service BuyerFood Service Buyer
CredentialsHigh school diploma, some certifications in procurement or food safetySame as Assistant, often with additional experience
Work EnvironmentSupport role within food service procurement team, often in kitchens or officesLead procurement activities, negotiate with suppliers, oversee purchasing
ResponsibilitiesAssist in ordering, inventory tracking, supplier communicationDevelop purchasing strategies, approve orders, manage vendor relationships

The Assistant Food Service Buyer typically supports the Food Service Buyer by handling routine tasks like ordering and inventory. The Food Service Buyer takes on more responsibility, including strategic sourcing and negotiations. Both roles require similar credentials and work in food service procurement environments, but the Buyer has a higher level of decision-making authority.

What is an assistant food service buyer?

An assistant food service buyer supports the purchasing process for food service operations by helping select suppliers, negotiate prices, and manage inventory. They often work under the supervision of a senior buyer and may use procurement software to track orders and deliveries. Strong organizational skills and knowledge of food products are important for this role.

What is the role of an assistant food service buyer?

An assistant food service buyer supports the purchasing process by helping select and order food and supplies, negotiating with vendors, and maintaining inventory records. They often work under the supervision of a senior buyer and may use procurement software to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement for food service operations.

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Assistant Food Service Director

Trinity Services Group

Quincy, FL • On-site

$44K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Wage Rate
$44,000/year
Overview
Are you looking for a career with premium benefits and the potential for growth? At Trinity Services Group, we have created something special, a better place to work and grow. Many employees start just expecting a paycheck but end up with a rewarding career. We provide exceptional training and a clear career path.
We are proud to be a military and veteran friendly employer.
Benefits
Benefits & Perks
We care about our employees and offer benefits that support your health, finances, and career growth.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• DailyPay® - Work Today, Get Paid Today
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Training
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Life Insurance & AD&D Coverage
• Voluntary Benefits including Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident Coverage, and more.
About This Position
$44,000.00/year
The Assistant Food Service Director works with the Food Service Director to plan activities associated with running a large food service operation with one or more production kitchens. The Assistant Food Service Director is also responsible for supervising a group of food service workers that are involved with the preparation and distribution of food in the kitchen.
You will work onsite inside a jail/correctional facility. You will report to a Food Service Director.
Our ideal Assistant Food Service Director excels at the following:
  • Passionate about food and service
  • Experience with food handling regulations
  • Desire to always learn more
  • Work as a team member
  • Adapt to changes quickly
  • A strong leader and coach

Essential Functions/Main Responsibilities
  • Responsible for the guidance, training, and management of the facility food service operation.
  • You will hire, orient, train and issues corrective action (when applicable) to team members.
  • Develop positive connections with clients requires communicating with them.
  • Oversee the appropriate quantities of food are prepared and served according to facility or site plan.
  • Maintain accuracy of inventory in advance preparation of planned menu schedule.
  • Ensure that food items are stored properly.
  • Maintain all serving schedules to ensure all food items are served per menu specifications in a safe and appropriate manner according to departmental guidelines.
  • Maintain a sanitary environment following food service and Health Department codes and regulations.
  • Responsible for any state or other inspection of food service operation.
  • Other responsibilities as determined by our needs.

What You'll Need
  • High School Diploma or GED and/or equivalent experience. Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Two years of management or supervisory experience in a food service position.
  • Three years of experience working in food service.
  • ServSafe Certification.
  • Must have experience with purchasing, inventory, ordering and receiving.
  • Experience managing and applying kitchen sanitation and safety standards and methods.
  • Knowledge of basic accounting and mathematical abilities to complete necessary reports.
  • Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications and with food service management systems.
  • We prefer prior institutional food service or restaurant experience.

EEO Statement
Equal Employment Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
We maintain a drug-free workplace.
A copy of our Privacy Policy and CA Employee Privacy Notice can be found here: https://tkcholdings.com/privacy-policy-108

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