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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 the United States is $22.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $26.68 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.

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Infographic showing various Food Retail job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,574 per year, or $22.9 per hour.

Refrigeration Brazer & Copper Piping Technician

Conyers, GA • On-site

Dover Food (DFR)
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$20 - $26/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Refrigeration Brazer & Copper Piping Technician

Location: Conyers, GA

At Dover Food Retail (DFR), the people behind brands like HillPhoenix and Anthony are redefining how fresh food is displayed and protected. As part of Dover Corporation’s Refrigeration & Food Equipment segment (NYSE: DOV; more than $7B in annual revenue), we design and build display cases, specialty products, refrigeration and power systems, and the services that support them. Join a team driven by customer-focused innovation and a passion for helping our partners win in their markets.

A day in this role

You’ll turn raw tubing into precise refrigeration pathways. Your torch work, layout skills, and attention to detail will bring each unit to life while meeting our exacting standards.

  • Lay out, measure, cut, bend, assemble, and install copper and steel tubing for refrigeration systems.
  • Braze copper-to-copper joints using a torch and sound brazing fundamentals.
  • Form suction and discharge lines; create quality flares and swages.
  • Operate shop equipment including a copper saw and tube bender.
  • Pressurize and perform leak checks on completed units.
  • Use tools such as tube cutters, hand vise, power benders, files, flaring/swedging tools, and torch.
  • Assist with unit layout and setup; contribute to continuous improvement.
  • Other duties may be assigned.
What you’ll bring
  • High school diploma or GED; or 3–6 months of related experience/training; or an equivalent blend of education and experience.
  • Comfort reading safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Math proficiency: add, subtract, multiply, and divide with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
  • Working knowledge of basic algebra and geometry.
  • Problem-solver who can navigate practical challenges with limited standardization.
  • Ability to interpret written, verbal, diagrammatic, and schedule-based instructions.
Preferred profile

Success in this role looks like consistent, high-quality brazes, tidy routing, and leak-free systems built to spec. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Why Dover Food Retail

Our culture is grounded in values that guide our decisions and reward performance. You’ll work with people who prize accountability, creativity, and trust.

  • Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit
  • Winning Through Customers
  • Respects and Values People
  • Expectations for Results
  • High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust
Rewards and benefits

What’s in it for you?

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Flexible Spending
  • Paid Holidays

Comprehensive benefits also include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account; health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

Compensation

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We set pay using several job-related, non-discriminatory factors, including the role’s scope and impact, your experience, education/training, work location, and the key skills required. Pay is one element of our Total Rewards approach to recognizing your contributions.

Legal

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

Dover Food Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.