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Food Security Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Food Service Staff

Rochester, MN · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

Maintain compliance with security policies, including tool and equipment management. * Uphold sanitation standards and HACCP policies for proper food handling procedures. * Assist with inventory ...

The Food Service Director plans, directs and coordinates the activities associated with running a ... Directs team members to ensure job-related rules, policies, procedures, and security guidelines are ...

The Food Service Director plans, directs and coordinates the activities associated with running a ... Directs team members to ensure job-related rules, policies, procedures, and security guidelines are ...

Food Service Assistant

Eagan, MN · On-site

$15.25 - $19.50/hr

Bakes food items in ovens. Slices cooked pizza. Places baked items in the warmer. Steams hot dogs ... Follows safety and security procedures. * Pulls ingredients and supplies from the warehouse. Stocks ...

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How much do food security jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for food security in Minnesota is $66,282.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,100.00 and $79,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a food security?

A Food Security job involves ensuring that individuals and communities have reliable access to sufficient, nutritious food. Professionals in this field work on policies, programs, and initiatives to address issues like hunger, food distribution, and sustainability. Roles can be found in government agencies, non-profits, research institutions, and international organizations. Responsibilities may include analyzing food systems, developing intervention strategies, and coordinating relief efforts.

What are some common challenges faced in food security roles?

Professionals in Food Security roles often encounter challenges like limited resources, changing climate conditions, and fluctuating food supply chains that impact food availability and access. Responding to emergencies, such as natural disasters or economic disruptions, requires adaptability and quick coordination with various partners. Additionally, engaging community members and stakeholders to implement sustainable solutions can be complex due to differing priorities and cultural practices. Overcoming these obstacles involves creative problem-solving, cross-sector collaboration, and ongoing learning to address both immediate needs and long-term food security objectives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the food security position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Food Security role, you need a solid understanding of food systems, data analysis, and program management, often supported by a background in agriculture, public health, or social sciences. Familiarity with geographic information systems (GIS), statistical software, and project management tools is highly beneficial, along with relevant certifications like Certified Food Security Professional (CFSP). Strong communication, cultural sensitivity, and problem-solving abilities help drive collaborative solutions with diverse stakeholders. These skills are essential for effectively assessing needs, designing interventions, and ensuring access to sufficient and nutritious food within communities.

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Infographic showing various Food Security job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 48% Full Time, 48% Part Time, and 4% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $66,282 per year, or $31.9 per hour.

$17.78/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago


Job description

Position Type:
Food Services/Food Service Server
Date Posted:
8/14/2026
Location:
District
Food Service Staff
Hours: 8:30am - 2:15pm student contact days (5.5 hours/day) Monday Friday on student contact days.
Compensation: $17.78/hour
Reports to: Cafeteria Lead / Farm to School Coordinator / Food Service Director
Essential Duties:
  • Reports any problem or accident occurring in the kitchen or cafeteria premises immediately
  • Knowledge and understanding of the Offer VS Serve program, NSLP and NSB program
  • Assumes responsibility for the security of food and supplies. Checks food shipments in to the school, signing and verifying invoices for each order
  • Participates in the daily cleaning of kitchen, serving line, storage and dining areas, all kitchen equipment and the washing and sterilizing of all dishes, silverware and utensils. Maintains the highest standards of the safety and cleanliness in the kitchen
  • Understands the importance of correctly filling out production paperwork for the cafeteria lead
  • Reports any problem or accident occurring in the kitchen or cafeteria premises immediately.
  • Follow all sanitation procedures.
  • Responsible for checking that all equipment in the kitchen area is in safe, working condition, and notifies the proper authority when repairs or replacements are needed.
  • Work with SCPA staff to manage student lunch flow.
  • Maintain cleanliness of lunchroom
  • Maintains proper daily temperature logs as required by the county (milk cooler, a la carte cooler, walk in cooler and freezer) twice daily
  • Training on cashier system (matching student ID number with photo, correctly entering the purchase, accountability for any parent or accounting questions).
  • All other duties as assigned. Daily work rotation, serve, dish, cashier, a la carte rotation, food prep, receiving and putting away orders
  • Bending, twisting, stretching, standing and repetitive motions for prolonged periods of time
    • Frequent: bending and lifting of food trays, racks and sheet pans with weights of 2#-12#
    • Frequent: lifting from the floor or below knees of milk crates that are 25# each
    • Frequent: lifting condiment pumps (12#) when full and moving from cart to table
    • Frequent: twisting and lifting dish racks with trays, dishes and silverware (8#-20#)
    • Frequent: using table mop to wipe down tables - this requires core muscles (to push table mop along table tops) back, arms and shoulders. Emptying table mop buckets at end of day - lifting and dumping (8#-16#)
    • Frequent: panning up food items for next day - lifting cases (10#-40#) from freezer to work station, leaning over table to pan up, lifting full sheet pans and putting on rack - which go from above shoulder height to below knees
    • Frequent: picking up items off the ground that are spilled or dropped by students
    • Frequent: standing at cashier station or server station for 2 - hours per day
    • Frequent: help put orders away, lifting boxes (2#-30#) to put away in cooler/freezer/storage
    • Occasional: Lifting 10#-40# cases from floor to put away
    • Frequent: Wiping down of salad bar - leaning, bending at waist to reach in and wipe down salad bar enclosure. Lifting stainless steel hotel pans out of salad bar (2#-10#). Wiping down sides of salad bar, below waist level
  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

Education, Experience and Skills Required:
  • 10 hours of Nutrition, Food Safety and Sanitation classes (available online)
  • Maintains USDA Professional Standards 12 hours annually
  • Understand kitchen health and safety standards of conduct
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to work in noise and organized chaos and maintain flexibility, think outside the box
  • CPR certification (recommended)
  • CFPM preferred