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Location Wal-Mart #1876 2700 WASCO ST, HOOD RIVER, OR, 97031, US Job Overview Food and Consumable ... Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off ...

Food Services Specialist I

Grants Pass, OR · On-site

$20.91 - $21.70/hr

Order food and non-food supplies, check deliveries and maintain inventory records. Create all daily ... Manager or Senior Admin Supervisor if additional supplies are needed that cannot be purchased ...

... food options for guests to enjoy throughout the day while providing expectation-exceeding service ... Creation and oversight of departmental administrative tasks, including purchase orders, inventory ...

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How much do food purchasing manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for food purchasing manager in Oregon is $89,025.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,700.00 and $105,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a food purchasing manager do?

A Food Purchasing Manager is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing the supply of food products for a business, such as a restaurant, hotel, or food distributor. They negotiate with vendors, ensure quality and cost-effectiveness, maintain inventory levels, and comply with food safety regulations. Their role is crucial in maintaining a steady supply chain while optimizing costs and ensuring high-quality standards.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a food purchasing manager?

To thrive as a Food Purchasing Manager, you need a solid background in supply chain management, negotiation, budgeting, and knowledge of food safety standards, often supported by a degree in business, supply chain, or a related field. Familiarity with inventory management systems (such as ERP software), data analysis tools, and possibly certifications like Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) are commonly valued. Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills help you effectively manage vendor interactions and internal collaboration. These skills ensure efficient procurement processes, cost control, and high-quality food supply for the organization.

What challenges does a food purchasing manager face?

Food Purchasing Managers often navigate challenges such as balancing cost efficiency with quality requirements, ensuring timely delivery despite supply chain disruptions, and adapting to fluctuating market prices. They also need to maintain strong supplier relationships while enforcing strict food safety and compliance standards. Successful managers proactively monitor inventory levels, anticipate demand shifts, and coordinate closely with culinary and operations teams. These challenges make the role dynamic and require strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.

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Infographic showing various Food Purchasing Manager job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, and 14% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $89,025 per year, or $42.8 per hour.

Assistant Food Service Director (8577)

GENUINE FOODS

Albany, OR • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW 

The  Assistant Food Service Director (AFSD) plays an important operational, quality control, culinary, and day-to-day leadership role. The Assistant FSD helps the RAM with overseeing cafeteria based staff and service operations at a multi-site school district and is an ambassador for Genuine Foods’ to grow and maintain relationships with customers and partners. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a team environment, has customer service and culinary orientation and has experience supervising others. Most importantly, the field manager is committed to Genuine Foods’ mission to use food to improve lives and build community, and is passionate about serving students and educators. We are a fun and supportive team that values and respects each other. Genuine Foods is an equal opportunity employer. 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Assist the RAM with conducting daily site visits to observe school food service operations including food preparation, kitchen facilities, National School Lunch Program compliance, student engagement, and customer service 

  • Assisting the food service director with Managing the food service leads at their assigned schools as direct reports, this includes weekly check-ins. 

  • Enhances culinary operations at all sites 

  • Fills in for food servers in the event of absence 

  • Proactively communicates to the management team good performance by food servers and performance that needs improvement 

  • Immediately informs management team to any culinary or operations issues that need their attention 

  • Proactively collaborates with food servers and the culinary and operations team leads to develop creative, school-specific solutions to ensure we can deliver the best possible service 

  • Trains school-based staff on standardized policies and procedures (e.g., clocking-in/out, using project management tools to document meals, practicing FIFO, accurately completing production records, taking physical inventory weekly, ensuring monthly menus are posted etc.) 

  • Other duties as assigned to ensure Genuine standards are being met 

  • 2 years of experience as an assisting supervisor in a mid/high volume food service facility or restaurant. 

  • Prior experience working with NSLP guidelines and regulations. 

  • Must be able to travel with ease between a total of 3-4 school sites 

  • Attention to detail and excellent communication, organization and interpersonal skills 

  • Positive attitude, strong work ethic and level headedness 

  • Able to climb stairs and lift up to 50 lbs 

  • Self-motivated, able to lead and be a proactive problem solver 

  • Committed to Genuine Foods’ mission to use food to help students enhance their minds, bodies and happiness 

WHY GENUINE FOODS? 

  • Competitive pay, commensurate with experience. 

  • Bonus Potential 

  • Paid Time Off, Sick days, Holiday Pay 

  • Medical & Dental benefits. 

  • Get in on the ground floor of a growing company. 

GENUINE VALUES

TRUSTWORTHINESS: We operate by our commitment to integrity, reliability, and consistency. Our clients deserve our very best—every single time. 

PERSONAL ACCOUNTABILITY: We are creative problem-solvers who own our results and can immediately identify solutions. We learn from our mistakes. No excuses. 

PEOPLE FIRST: We are first-and-foremost a people-centered organization. It's the backbone of hospitality. Every person matters and every person is seen. 

TRANSPARENCY: We are proud to offer openness and candor in every aspect of our business—from service standards,to purchasing,to financials. That’s what successful partnerships are based on.