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Compass Group

Retail Manager - Leesburg, VA

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Retail Manager - Leesburg, VA Reports To: Director of Dining Services Salary: $60,000-$70,000 ... With more than 31,000 associates nationwide, Morrison uses the Power of Food to create personalized ...

Kielbasa Factory

assisitant manager

Rockville, MD

Qualifications include previous supervisory experience in a grocery store, deli, specialty market, or similar food retail environment. Candidates should have strong communication skills and knowledge ...

Giant Food

PT Clerk - Pick From Store

Dunkirk, MD · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

Giant's mission is beyond stocking groceries on shelves, we strive to be the most trusted and loved local food retailer in our community . Who Is Giant? With over 2 million weekly customers and ...

Giant Food

PT Clerk - Pick From Store

Greenbelt, MD · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

Giant's mission is beyond stocking groceries on shelves, we strive to be the most trusted and loved local food retailer in our community . Who Is Giant? With over 2 million weekly customers and ...

Giant Food

PT Clerk - Pick From Store

Edgewater, MD · On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

Giant's mission is beyond stocking groceries on shelves, we strive to be the most trusted and loved local food retailer in our community . Who Is Giant? With over 2 million weekly customers and ...

Giant Food

PT Clerk - Dairy

Lorton, VA · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Giant Food Store Admin Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Born in the DMV, Giant Food has proudly served our communities for over 90 years. From our first store on Georgia Avenue to ...

Giant Food

PT Clerk - Pick From Store

Falls Church, VA · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Giant's mission is beyond stocking groceries on shelves, we strive to be the most trusted and loved local food retailer in our community. PRIMARY PURPOSE: We rely on our cashiers to handle our ...

Giant Food

PT Clerk - Dairy

Clifton, VA · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Retail Store Positions Job Requisition: 336111 Address: USA-VA-Clifton-5740 Union Mill Road Store Code: GF - Us Store Mgrs (2501829)Who is Giant & Why Join Us? Born in the DMV, Giant Food has proudly ...

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How much do food retail jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for food retail in Washington is $25.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.62 and $30.24 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is food retail?

Food retail jobs involve working in establishments that sell food products directly to consumers, such as supermarkets, grocery stores, specialty food shops, and convenience stores. These roles can include cashiers, stock clerks, department managers, bakers, deli workers, and more. Employees are responsible for tasks like assisting customers, restocking shelves, maintaining food safety standards, and operating cash registers. Food retail jobs often require good customer service skills and the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. They are essential for ensuring that communities have access to fresh and packaged food products.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in food retail?

To thrive in Food Retail, you need knowledge of food safety, inventory management, and customer service, usually supported by a high school diploma or equivalent experience. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, food handling certifications, and retail management software is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure help individuals excel in this environment. These skills ensure smooth store operations, customer satisfaction, and compliance with health and safety standards.

What are some common challenges faced by employees in food retail, and how can they be effectively managed?

Employees in food retail often encounter challenges such as managing high customer volumes during peak hours, maintaining product freshness, and adhering to strict health and safety standards. Effective communication and teamwork are key to managing these pressures, as colleagues frequently coordinate on restocking, checkout, and customer service tasks. Staying organized, being proactive about cleanliness, and remaining adaptable during busy periods can help employees succeed and provide excellent customer experiences.

What is the difference between Food Retail vs Food Service Worker?

AspectFood RetailFood Service Worker
CredentialsNone typically required; some positions may need food safety certificationFood handler permits or certifications often required
Work EnvironmentGrocery stores, supermarkets, convenience storesRestaurants, cafes, catering services
Industry UsageRetail industry, customer-facing salesHospitality industry, service-oriented roles
Job FocusSelling food products, stocking shelves, cashier dutiesPreparing and serving food, customer service, cleaning

Food retail involves selling food products directly to customers in stores, focusing on sales and stocking. Food service workers prepare and serve food in hospitality settings, emphasizing customer service and food preparation. While both roles require knowledge of food safety, their work environments and daily tasks differ significantly.

Food Retail jobs near you
Infographic showing various Food Retail job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,882 per year, or $25.9 per hour.

Senior Event Marketing Manager

Arlington, VA • On-site

FMI- The Food Industry Association
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FMI – The Food Industry Association: We’re Hiring a Senior Manager, Event Marketing


Are you a marketing professional who enjoys creating campaigns that increase audience engagement and drives revenue growth? Do you like using data, creativity, and project management skills to promote events and programs? If so, this may be the role for you. Keep reading!


Quick Snapshot: In this role, you will lead the development and execution of multi-channel marketing strategies that drives event attendee acquisition, increases ROI, and supports FMI's position as a leading voice in the food retail industry. You will lead marketing for a portfolio of industry conferences and programs and be responsible for strengthening brand awareness and market position in support of non-dues revenue, member retention and growth.


What You’ll Do in This Role:

  • Develop and execute short- and long-term strategic marketing, communications, and promotional plans aligned with organizational goals and event revenue objectives. Make strategic recommendations to FMI leadership regarding event marketing campaigns.
  • Lead and implement integrated marketing strategies and multi-channel campaigns that drive attendee acquisition, sponsorship engagement, and revenue growth for FMI’s event portfolio.
  • Oversee end-to-end campaign development, including timelines, content, creative coordination, prospect list management, testing, and asset development.
  • Partner with internal teams, planning committees, and partner organizations to develop event messaging and align marketing efforts with industry trends and audience needs.
  • Manage project timelines and campaign execution using Asana and other project management tools to ensure successful delivery of marketing initiatives.
  • Analyze and track marketing campaign performance, adjust tactics and messaging as needed, and provide reporting on results, audience growth, and return on investment.
  • Manage and optimize event websites, digital marketing initiatives, advertising, and media partnerships to enhance visibility, engagement, and conversions.
  • Leverage emerging marketing trends and technologies to strengthen FMI’s event promotion strategy and work collaboratively with the Marketing team to drive innovation and continuous improvement.


Education and Skills You’ll Need to Be Successful:

  • A bachelor’s degree in marketing or related field. A Master’s degree in marketing is a plus.
  • Minimum of seven to nine years of experience working in events marketing.
  • Strong skills in Excel, PowerPoint, HubSpot, HTML, Adobe, Photoshop, and digital marketing.
  • Familiarity with research-driven messaging, storytelling and creative concepting.
  • The ability to think outside the box to make strategic recommendations that will make an impact.
  • Strong knowledge of social media platforms.
  • Strong writing, editing, proofreading, as well as interpersonal communication skills.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to organize and prioritize tasks independently.


Why FMI? We are the champions for the food industry and the issues that make a difference to our members in the food industry. Our work touches the lives of over 120 million households in the U.S. and representing a $1 trillion industry with over 6 million employees. By joining our team, you will become part of a diverse, engaging, and supportive environment where your contributions directly impact the future of the food retail industry.


Our Benefits: We offer a generous benefits package that includes health benefits, 401(k), 11 paid holidays, paid leave benefits, a summer hours program allowing you to work only four hours on Fridays during the summer, plenty of additional remote work opportunities including two weeks at the end of August, the week of Thanksgiving and two weeks at the end of December, volunteer opportunities (if you want to give back to your community), the chance to join our employee wellness group and much more!


This position requires you to work in our Arlington, Virginia office for a minimum of two full days per week. We offer a $100 monthly transportation reimbursement to offset your commuting costs to and from our office.


*The annual salary range listed reflects the minimum and maximum annual compensation for this position and has been established in good faith and in accordance with Virginia and federal law. Individual salary offers within this range will be based on the candidate's relevant experience, education, skills, certifications, and other job-related factors.


Apply Now: If you're ready to create innovative marketing campaigns that drive engagement, strengthen industry connections, and support the future of the food retail industry, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!


Learn more about FMI by visiting our website at www.fmi.org.


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FMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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