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Walmart

Food/Consumables Team Associate

Columbia, TN · On-site

$15 - $28/hr

Mid-Shift, Closing Location Walmart Supercenter #192 2200 BROOKMEADE DR, COLUMBIA, TN, 38401, US Job Overview Food and Consumable associates are focused on two things: taking care of customers and ...

Walmart

Food/Consumables Team Associate

Fairview, TN · On-site

$15 - $28/hr

Opening, Morning Location Walmart Supercenter #3137 7100 HOPGOOD RD, FAIRVIEW, TN, 37062, US Job Overview Food and Consumable associates are focused on two things: taking care of customers and ...

Compass Group

FOOD SERVICE WORKER

Centerville, TN · On-site

$17/hr

We asked some of our associates why they love working for Touchpoint. Click here to see what they said! Job Summary Summary: Prepares, presents and serves food as needed. Essential Duties and ...

Freeman

Dining Services Associate

Dickson, TN · On-site

$13.94 - $16.83/hr

Dining Services Associate Job Purpose: Oversee dining services, including three meals a day, seven ... Manage inventory and weekly food and beverage orders for facility * Ensure ingredients and final ...

JRN Inc. - KFC

Food Production

Columbia, TN · On-site

$11.25 - $15.50/hr

Champions recognition and motivation efforts Requirements The ideal candidates must want to have fun serving great food to our customers! * Must be at least 16 years of age * Accessibility to ...

Food Lion

PT Customer Service Leader

Mount Pleasant, TN · On-site

S. companies, including its local brands, Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and ... The Ahold Delhaize USA company team includes just over 100 associates across all East Coast office ...

Crown Bakeries

Packaging Associate 2nd Shift

Dickson, TN

$13.25 - $16.25/hr

The Packaging Associate is responsible for quality control, staging cardboard, keeping up with ... Food Safety Responsibilities: Follow all GMP's, Food Defense and quality policies. Ensures ...

Crown Bakeries

Packaging Associate 3rd Shift

Dickson, TN

$13.25 - $16.25/hr

The Packaging Associate is responsible for quality control, staging cardboard, keeping up with ... Food Safety Responsibilities: Follow all GMP's, Food Defense and quality policies. Ensures ...

Huck's Market

Store - Hucks Senior Associate

Dickson, TN · On-site

$13 - $15.50/hr

All our Associates are expected to give our customers fast, friendly service at all times. Our ... Ensures all food service areas are kept clean and follows all sanitation procedures Safety

Crown Bakeries

Packaging Associate 1st Shift

Dickson, TN

$13.25 - $16.25/hr

The Packaging Associate is responsible for quality control, staging cardboard, keeping up with ... Food Safety Responsibilities: Follow all GMP's, Food Defense and quality policies. Ensures ...

Wawa, Inc.

Customer Service Associate

Dickson, TN · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

As a Customer Service Associate (CSA) you are the friendly face that puts the 'Wow' in Wawa by ... Prepare food items such as our delicious breakfast items, built-to-order sandwiches, specialty ...

Crown Bakeries

Sanitation Associate 1st Shift

Dickson, TN

$13.25 - $15.75/hr

The Sanitation Associate is responsible for all activities involved in maintaining the cleanliness ... Ensures food safety and food defense in the plant. * Implements all GMP and HACCP procedures that ...

Crown Bakeries

Sanitation Associate 3rd Shift

Dickson, TN

$13.25 - $15.75/hr

The Sanitation Associate is responsible for all activities involved in maintaining the cleanliness ... Ensures food safety and food defense in the plant. * Implements all GMP and HACCP procedures that ...

Wawa

Customer Service Associate

Dickson, TN · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

Prepare food items such as our delicious breakfast items, built-to-order sandwiches, specialty ... Associates in this position will receive a $1.50 shift differential for hours worked between 12am ...

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How much do food associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for food associate in Centerville, TN is $12.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $10.91 and $14.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Food Associate vs Food Clerk?

AspectFood AssociateFood Clerk
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; food safety certification often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent; food safety certification may be beneficial
Work EnvironmentGrocery stores, supermarkets, food production facilitiesGrocery stores, supermarkets, food service establishments
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly used in retail and food service industriesOften used interchangeably with Food Associate in retail settings

The main difference between a Food Associate and a Food Clerk lies in their job scope and terminology. Food Associates typically have broader responsibilities in food handling and customer service, while Food Clerks often focus on cashiering and stocking. Both roles require similar credentials and are found in similar environments, but the title may vary by employer. Understanding these distinctions can help job seekers target the right positions in the food retail industry.

What cities near Centerville, TN are hiring for Food Associate jobs?

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Infographic showing various Food Associate job openings in Centerville, TN as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 27% Full Time, and 73% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $26,642 per year, or $12.8 per hour.

Food Service - Huck's Food Svc Associate

Huck's Market

Dickson, TN • On-site

$12.25 - $15.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

This is so much more than just a job!
Come join a company where you have an opportunity to be an owner. We are a 100% Employee-Owned Company.
It takes a special person to be an Associate with Huck's. Our standards for customer service and store cleanliness are extremely high. All our Associates are expected to give our customers fast, friendly service at all times.
Our golden rule: "The customer is the most important person in all our stores."
Job Title: Food Service Associate
Job Purpose:
Every Huck's Market Food Service Associate plays a key role in running the food service area smoothly and effectively. By following company guidelines, Associates help make sure the department stays profitable while delivering top-notch quality food and customer service.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
General Responsibilities
  • Ensures that the food service department is open and ready for business during food service hours
  • Gives all customers prompt and courteous service
  • Effectively communicates with store associates
  • Follows all federal, state and local laws and ordinances pertaining to the operation of the store
  • Controls how much food is prepared to avoid waste, while making sure there's always enough for customers

Human Resources
  • Treats all associates with dignity and respect
  • Advises store manager of any personnel situations or policy violations having an adverse effect on store operating performance
  • Assist in training new associates on proper completion of their job duties

Security
  • Ensures all associate shift procedures are followed
  • Ensures a safe shopping and working environment
  • Ensures all safety rules are followed and protective equipment used

Merchandising
  • Ensures current plan-o-grams are being used
  • Communicate with Manager any special needs or request
  • Alerts Manager about ordering merchandise to prevent out of stocks and maintain proper inventory levels as directed

Huck's Bucks Loyalty App
  • Actively promote the Huck's Bucks Loyalty app to customers
  • Communicate to customers the benefits of signing up and using the app
  • Monitor transactions for potential misuse of points or discounts
  • Assist customers on how to sign up and use the app for discounts and redemption

Maintenance
  • Ensures the food service appearance reflects company expectations and standards
  • All food service display cases and glass are clean
  • Reports any maintenance problems that cannot be corrected immediately without assistance to the store manager
  • Ensures all food service areas are kept clean and follows all sanitation procedures

Safety
  • Ensures that ladders are properly used
  • Ensures that lifting procedures are followed per company policy
  • Ensures that wet floor signs are used, per company policy
  • Reports accidents promptly to the Store Manager and Corporate office

Benefits:
  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurances, ESOP, 401K with match, paid time off, and paid holidays.
  • Opportunities for career advancement and professional development within a growing company.
  • Employee discounts for food and fuel.

The Requirements, Duties, and Responsibilities list is incomplete but is merely the most accurate list for the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description and to require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, or technical development).
Huck's is an equal opportunity employer. At Huck's we are committed to treating all Applicants and Team Members fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other classifications protected by law.

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