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Circle K

Food Captain

Seattle, WA

Plan and execute food sampling for employees and customers * Conduct and lead in store training, for store employees and operation teams on all new Foodservice programs, modeling an established train ...

Circle K Stores, Inc.

Food Captain

Seattle, WA · On-site

Plan and execute food sampling for employees and customers * Conduct and lead in store training, for store employees and operation teams on all new Foodservice programs, modeling an established train ...

State of Washington

Grain Sampler/Weigher

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$18.75 - $24.23/hr

We work extensively with farmers and ranchers, but our responsibilities - from ensuring food safety ... The Grain Inspection Program provides sampling, weighing, quality testing, grade inspection, and ...

GovernmentJobs.com

Grain Sampler/Weigher

Tacoma, WA · On-site

We work extensively with farmers and ranchers, but our responsibilities - from ensuring food safety ... The Grain Inspection Program provides sampling, weighing, quality testing, grade inspection, and ...

Northwest Naturals

Food Safety Technician

Bothell, WA · On-site

$28.17 - $29.81/hr

The Food Safety Technician is responsible for preparing and testing batch samples and ensuring consistency, quality, and safety attributes are met. Position communicates with sales and management ...

Northwest Naturals

Food Safety Technician

Bothell, WA · On-site

$58K - $62K/yr

The Food Safety Technician is responsible for preparing and testing batch samples and ensuring consistency, quality, and safety attributes are met. Position communicates with sales and management ...

Target

Food and Beverage , Starbucks (T2786)

Seattle, WA · On-site

$21.75 - $32.63/hr

Use sampling and suggestive selling to promote products and increase sales. * Work with vendors to ... Previous food or grocery experience preferred, but not required * Welcoming and helpful attitude ...

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As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for food sampling in Seattle, WA is $18.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.34 and $20.24 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is food sampling?

Food sampling involves offering small portions of food products to consumers, usually in grocery stores or at promotional events, to encourage them to try and potentially purchase the product. Food samplers may set up displays, prepare samples, and interact with customers by providing product information and answering questions. This job helps brands increase awareness and sales of their products by allowing people to experience the taste and quality firsthand.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a food sampling representative?

To thrive as a Food Sampling Representative, you need strong product knowledge, food safety awareness, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale systems, food handling certifications, and basic inventory tools is typically required. Excellent communication, approachability, and customer service skills help engage shoppers and promote products effectively. These skills ensure safe food practices, effective brand representation, and increased customer engagement, leading to higher sales.

What are some common challenges faced in a food sampling role, and how can they be managed?

In a food sampling role, one common challenge is engaging customers who may be hesitant to try new products. To overcome this, it's helpful to be knowledgeable about the items being sampled and to use friendly, approachable communication. Another challenge is maintaining food safety and cleanliness standards throughout the shift, which requires attention to detail and adherence to company protocols. Additionally, working on your feet for extended periods and handling high-traffic events can be physically demanding, so staying organized and taking scheduled breaks is important.

How to become a food sampler?

To become a food sampler, you typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and good tasting and sensory skills. Experience in food service or tasting panels can be helpful, and some positions may require knowledge of food safety standards. Applying to companies that conduct product testing or market research is a common way to find such roles.

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Infographic showing various Food Sampling job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,832 per year, or $18.7 per hour.

Food Captain

Seattle, WA

Circle K
Retail • 10K+ employees

4.8

Company rating: 4.8 out of 10

Based on 1,368 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

35th of 47 rated convenience stores

Recommended by students

Paid breaks

Respectful managers

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Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Store 2709652: 2501 Ne 75Th, Seattle, Washington 98115
Shift Availability
Flexible (Days, Evenings, Overnights + Weekends)


Time Type

Full time

ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Food Category expert in store
  • Ensures all food operational execution in store are followed to maximize sales and reduce waste.
  • Train, teach and coach store associates on Food execution, production, replenishment, ordering, organization, sanitization and customer service
  • Be the go-to person in store for employees with questions connected to food products and services
  • Plan and execute food sampling for employees and customers
  • Conduct and lead in store training, for store employees and operation teams on all new Foodservice programs, modeling an established train the trainer program
  • Follow up with and conduct refresher training activities for store employees as needed
  • Ensure foodservice areas are stocked and food rotated using FIFO method of food rotation
  • Food items are displayed using current Planogram provided by your Business Unit
  • Order or assist in ordering the food products to lower Out Of Stocks and improve Shrink
  • Monitor shrink while improving sales, to maximize foodservice profit
  • Identify, suggest, train, and continuously collaborate with BUQAS training personnel, ensuring that the manager and store employee Foodservice training programs are delivered
  • Food safety practices and procedures
  • Conduct needs analysis and provide recommended actions based on BUQAS visits
  • Operate within budgeted expectations

EDUCATION

  • High school diploma or equivalate
  • Education/instructional, or equivalent retail training experience
  • Leading or supervisory experience desired

EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum 2 years experience working in Fast Moving Consumer Goods retail and/or Foodservice industry
  • Experience in training, leadership, team building
  • Skills in collaboration, cooperation, communication and organization
  • Food Manager Certification, Approved certifications include ServSafe and NRFSP
  • Strongcommunication skills in English, both verbally and written. French skills in Quebec Provinces
  • Customer service-oriented / excellent customer service skills
  • Consistently delivering within deadlines
  • Communicates effectively (written and oral) with customers, management, associates, and vendors
Hiring Range: $24.01 to $25.26


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

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Tempe, AZ, US

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