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STARBUCKS/DEPT LEADER

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$15.50 - $19/hr

Current food handlers permit once employed Desired * Management experience preferred * Second ... Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products they inquire about * Offers ...

Polar Beverages

Brand Ambassador (Part Time)

Seattle, WA · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

Pack, setup and breakdown and staff events from start to finish - In-store sampling at grocery accounts - Lifestyle events - Deliveries to VIP's * Responsible for Food Safety and Food Quality Minimum ...

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Bakery Clerk

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$15.75 - $18.25/hr

... food handlers permit once employed Desired Previous Job Experience: Customer Service skills Bakery ... Bakery Team Member should offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products ...

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Bakery Clerk

Lynnwood, WA · On-site

$15.50 - $18/hr

... food handlers permit once employed Desired Previous Job Experience: Customer Service skills Bakery ... Bakery Team Member should offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products ...

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SEAFOOD/LEAD CLERK

Kent, WA · On-site

$16.25 - $21.50/hr

Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products they inquire about. * Inform customers of meat/seafood specials. * Prepare foods according to the food temperature logs and ...

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Bakery Clerk

Bothell, WA · On-site

$15.75 - $18.50/hr

... food handlers permit once employed Desired Previous Job Experience: Customer Service skills Bakery ... Bakery Team Member should offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products ...

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Bakery Clerk

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$15 - $17.50/hr

... food handlers permit once employed Desired Previous Job Experience: Customer Service skills Bakery ... Bakery Team Member should offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products ...

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Deli Clerk

Seattle, WA · On-site

$16 - $19.75/hr

Ability to obtain current food handlers permit once employed Desired Previous Job Experience ... Bakery/Deli Clerk should offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products ...

Quality Food Centers

Deli Clerk

Seattle, WA · On-site

$16 - $19.75/hr

Ability to obtain current food handlers permit once employed Desired Previous Job Experience ... Bakery/Deli Clerk should offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products ...

Quality Food Centers

Deli Clerk

Seattle, WA · On-site

$16 - $19.75/hr

Ability to obtain current food handlers permit once employed Desired Previous Job Experience ... Bakery/Deli Clerk should offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products ...

Quality Food Centers

BAKERY/DEPT LEADER

Bothell, WA · On-site

Current food handlers permit once employed Desired * High school education or equivalent ... Prepare bakery items per customer requests using proper bakery equipment and offer product samples ...

Quality Food Centers

Bakery/Deli Clerk

Seattle, WA · On-site

Ability to obtain current food handlers permit once employed Desired Previous Job Experience ... Bakery/Deli Clerk should offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products ...

Quality Food Centers

Deli Clerk

Seattle, WA · On-site

$16 - $19.75/hr

Ability to obtain current food handlers permit once employed Desired Previous Job Experience ... Bakery/Deli Clerk should offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products ...

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How much do food sampling jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 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 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 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 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.
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Infographic showing various Food Sampling job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,832 per year, or $18.7 per hour.

STARBUCKS/DEPT LEADER

Quality Food Centers

Bellevue, WA • On-site

$15.50 - $19/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Quality Food Centers rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Achieve sales and profit goals established for the department, and monitor and control all established quality assurance standards. Direct and supervise all functions, duties and activities for the Coffee kiosk. Support the Deli Manager in the day-to-day functions of the kiosk operations. Embrace the Customer 1ststrategy and encourage associates to deliver excellent customer service. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others

Minimum

  • High school education or equivalent 
  • Effective communication skills 
  • Knowledge of basic math 
  • Ability to handle stressful situations 
  • Current food handlers permit once employed 

Desired

  • Management experience preferred 
  • Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing) 
  • Promote trust and respect among associates 
  • Communicate company, department, and job specific information to associates 
  • Collaborate with associates and promote teamwork to help achieve company/store goals 
  • Assist in establishing performance goals for department and empower associates to meet or exceed targets 
  • Develop adequate scheduling to manage customer volume throughout hours of operation 
  • Assist in Training and developing associates on performance of their job and participate in the performance appraisal process 
  • Adhere to all local, state and federal laws, and company guidelines 
  • Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important and appreciated by answering questions regarding products sold within the department and throughout the store 
  • Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or products they inquire about 
  • Offers customers demonstrations and samples using brewing equipment 
  • Provides quality beverages consistently for all customers 
  • Create and prepare drinks for customers ensuring they meet Company standards 
  • Display a positive attitude 
  • Assist in developing and implementing a department business plan to achieve desired results 
  • Assist in creating and executing sales promotions in partnership with store management 
  • Inform and educate department associates about current, upcoming and special in-store promotions especially promotions that affect the kiosk 
  • Assist in implementing the period promotional plan for the department 
  • Stay current with present, future, seasonal and special ads 
  • Monitor and control expenses for the department 
  • Maintain an awareness of inventory/stocking conditions note any discrepancies in inventory 
  • Schedule daily, weekly and monthly price changes by updating shelf tags and promotional signs 
  • Assist in planning, organizing and supervising the inventory process 
  • Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines 
  • Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions and notify store management 
  • Notify management of customer or employee accidents 
  • Report all safety risk, or issues, and illegal activity, including: robbery, theft or fraud 
  • Ability to work cooperatively in high paced and sometimes stressful environment.
  • Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner.
  • Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
  • Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issues.
  • Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and/or older adults.
  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation 

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