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Food Prep

Meredith, NH · On-site

$12.75 - $15.50/hr

Food Merchandising: Complies with company guidelines for maximizing sales, profitability and ... associates (with an emphasis on excellent customer service) when necessary Monitor and organize ...

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Fall River, MA · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school and two to three ... Bringing our love of food to families for five generations! Blount Fine Foods is a family-owned ...

Food Prep

Seguin, TX · On-site

$12.75 - $16/hr

Food Merchandising: Complies with company guidelines for maximizing sales, profitability and ... associates (with an emphasis on excellent customer service) when necessary Monitor and organize ...

Food Prep

Meredith, NH · On-site

$12.75 - $15.50/hr

Food Merchandising: Complies with company guidelines for maximizing sales, profitability and ... associates (with an emphasis on excellent customer service) when necessary Monitor and organize ...

Food Prep

West Lebanon, NH · On-site

$12.50 - $15.25/hr

Food Merchandising: Complies with company guidelines for maximizing sales, profitability and ... associates (with an emphasis on excellent customer service) when necessary Monitor and organize ...

Prepared Foods Stocker - Full Time

Needham, MA · On-site

$15.25 - $19/hr

We are looking for a Packer/Food Prep Associate to join our growing team! We are looking to hire for this position ASAP. Apply today! * Follows packaging guidelines set by departments * Cut, package ...

Food Prep Lead

Belle Vernon, PA · On-site

$13.25 - $18.25/hr

... associates (with an emphasis on excellent customer service) when necessary Monitor and organize ... Supervises the activities of food prep employees engaged in preparing and serving food and other ...

Food Prep Lead

Macon, GA · On-site

$14.75 - $20.50/hr

... associates (with an emphasis on excellent customer service) when necessary Monitor and organize ... Supervises the activities of food prep employees engaged in preparing and serving food and other ...

Food Prep Lead

Garfield Heights, OH · On-site

$14.50 - $20/hr

... associates (with an emphasis on excellent customer service) when necessary Monitor and organize ... Supervises the activities of food prep employees engaged in preparing and serving food and other ...

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How much do food prep associate jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for food prep associate in the United States is $15.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Food Prep Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Food Prep Associate, you need basic culinary skills, knowledge of food safety, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, food handling certifications (like ServSafe), and inventory systems is often required. Attention to detail, time management, teamwork, and a positive attitude are standout soft skills in this role. These skills ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality food preparation in a fast-paced environment, directly impacting customer satisfaction and operational success.

What are some common challenges Food Prep Associates face during busy meal times?

Food Prep Associates often experience high-pressure situations during peak meal times, such as lunch and dinner rushes. Managing time efficiently, keeping workstations organized, and maintaining food safety standards can be challenging when orders are coming in quickly. Effective communication with kitchen staff and front-of-house teams is crucial to ensure orders are accurate and timely. Adapting to changing priorities and staying calm under pressure are essential skills for success in this fast-paced environment.

What are Food Prep Associates?

Food Prep Associates are workers responsible for preparing ingredients and assisting with basic cooking tasks in restaurants, cafeterias, or other food service establishments. Their duties often include washing, chopping, and measuring ingredients, maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, and following food safety procedures. They support chefs and cooks to ensure efficient meal preparation and service. This role is essential for keeping kitchen operations running smoothly and safely.

What is the difference between Food Prep Associate vs Kitchen Helper?

AspectFood Prep AssociateKitchen Helper
ResponsibilitiesPreparing ingredients, assembling dishes, following recipesAssisting with basic kitchen tasks, cleaning, and supporting cooks
CredentialsHigh school diploma often preferred; food safety certificationsMinimal formal credentials; on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentCommercial kitchens, restaurants, catering servicesSimilar settings, often in fast-paced kitchens
Industry UsageCommonly used in restaurants and food serviceOften used interchangeably with Food Prep Associate in entry-level roles

While both roles support kitchen operations, Food Prep Associates focus more on preparing ingredients and assembling dishes, whereas Kitchen Helpers assist with basic tasks and cleaning. The roles often overlap, but Food Prep Associates typically require some food safety knowledge and specific prep skills, making them slightly more specialized.

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Infographic showing various Food Prep Associate job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,807 per year, or $15.8 per hour.
Food Prep

$12.75 - $15.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago


Circle K rating

4.9

Company rating: 4.9 out of 10

Based on 1,298 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

32nd of 47 rated convenience stores


Job description

Store 4707243: 81 Nh Route 25, Meredith, New Hampshire 03253
Shift Availability
Days - Days
Job Type
Full time
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
The position includes, but is not limited to, the following essential job duties, responsibilities and requirements:
Food Merchandising:
Complies with company guidelines for maximizing sales, profitability and customer service by ensuring all grocery deliveries are accurate, stocked, attractively displayed and priced correctly.
Completes build-to's for ordering/purchasing merchandise.
Maintains inventory by checking in delivery, pricing items, stocking merchandise according to schematic.
Deliveries are validated by verifying invoices; reviewing discrepancies with Store Manager; delivers outdated merchandise to Store Manager to ensure what the store is being charged verifies with what was delivered.
Prepares displays by assembling, dating and price marking in-store displays.
Rotate food items, monitoring quality and freshness measures to protect our customers from illness
Monitor and maintain food preparation area and display cases to attract and retain customers
Assist training new associates (with an emphasis on excellent customer service) when necessary
Monitor and organize inventory to prevent being out of stock on an item a customer stopped in to purchase
Customer Satisfaction: Provides prompt excellent customer service in a courteous, friendly and attentive manner.
Greets customers as they enter the area and thanks customers as they leave.
Resolves or assists to resolve routine customer concerns within established guidelines.
Reports to work on time and follows the dress and appearance code.
Prepare and serve quality food and beverage to satisfy the needs of the customer
Facility Condition: Maintains safe and clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
Sweeping and mopping or cleaning floors.
Dusting and/or washing windows, counters, displays, store areas and bathrooms.
Picking up and disposing of trash, litter or debris.
Inspect store facilities and equipment for safety, cleanliness, and proper working order.
Clean, sanitize, and maintain food service equipment to protect our customers from illness
Administrative:
Attends job-related meetings (may be required to work irregular hours).
Maintains intradepartmental work flow by fostering a spirit of cooperation.
Comply with company policies and procedures
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Performs all duties with minimal supervision.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Store Manager.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  • Minimum age of 18 years old.
  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Experience in retail sales preferred.
  • Ability to work as scheduled including arriving to work on time.
  • Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
  • Ability to perform the four (4) basic arithmetic operations (add, subtract, multiply and divide) preferred.
  • Ability to perform essential duties and physical functions described below.
  • Ability to work in the conditions described below.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical activity inventory of the position includes:
  • Ability to be exposed to cold or warm temperature extremes performing occasional work in a walk-in cooler and/or freezer and outdoors
  • Ability to occasionally lift and/or carry up to 30 pounds from ground to overhead (i.e., assisting in stocking/maintaining inventory levels)
  • Ability to occasionally lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds from ground to waist (i.e., to replenish fountain syrups).
  • Ability to grasp, reach and manipulate objects with hands for entire shift. (This handwork requires eye-hand coordination.)
  • Ability to push/pull with arms up to a force of 20 pounds (i.e., utilizing a hand-truck)
  • Able to reach overhead for objects
  • Ability to bend and twist at waist
  • Ability to communicate orally
  • Ability to operate a cash register and/or computer keyboard
  • Ability to stoop, kneel, squat, bend, push, and pull
  • Ability to work alone
  • Be exposed to occasional noise
  • Ability to stand and/or walk for an entire shift
  • May require climbing a ladder to store and retrieve materials or place and remove signs

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working conditions inventory of the position may include:
  • Perform approximately 95% of all work indoors, but will be required to clean parking lots, gas pumps, take out garbage, etc.
  • Take out the garbage during the day or early evening hours, etc.
  • Exposure to extreme cold temperatures while performing occasional work in a walk in cooler and/or freezer
  • Exposure to occasional noise

  • Work with minimum direction and periodic supervision

JOB DESCRIPTION ACKNOWLEDGMENT
This Job Description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed in this position and it is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all the duties, responsibilities, functions and qualifications required of the position. The incumbent may be asked to perform other duties and will be evaluated, in part, on performance of the tasks listed in this job description. As with all positions, the responsibilities and duties of this position may change. The Company reserves the right to revise this Job Description at any time with or without notice. This Job Description does not constitute a contract for employment and either the incumbent or the Company may terminate employment at any time, for any reason, with or without notice.
Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA) and all state and local disability laws. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the ADA and certain state or local laws as long as it does not impose an undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company's Human Resources Representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA) and all state and local disability laws. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the ADA and certain state or local laws as long as it does not impose an undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company's Human Resources Representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

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Circle K Stores are owned by Alimentation Couche-Tard, the largest convenience store operator in Canada. We are recognized for our strong food service brands, Simply Great Coffee, and of course our icy cold, flavour abundant Frosters. Our innovative store design and merchandising is second to none.

Industry

Retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Tempe, AZ, US