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Starr Equipment Company

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Sales and Service Administrator

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

SALES AND SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR Seeking a dynamic individual with a business background to provide ... Existing knowledge of Food Service Equipment in retail or restaurant locations is a plus.

Starr Equipment Company

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Sales and Service Administrator

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

SALES AND SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR Seeking a dynamic individual with a business background to provide ... Existing knowledge of Food Service Equipment in retail or restaurant locations is a plus.

Crane Co.

Customer Service Admin II

Caldwell, NJ · On-site

$20 - $26.75/hr

Customer Service Administrator II Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a ... Every time you use phone navigation, make a bank transaction or have food delivered to your home ...

Salvation Army

Summer Cook/Shift Manager

Eatonville, WA · On-site

$11.25/hr

Any other duties as assigned by the Food Service Administrator or Camp Administrator. SPECIFIC DUTIES: Safety and Supervision * Enforce camp policies and procedures. * Maintain safety and sanitation ...

City Union Mission

Culinary Specialist

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$16/hr

Get permission from Food Service Administrator before making any changes to the menu. * Help prepare sack lunches on a daily basis. * Exercise food safety by using food service gloves and by ...

City Union Mission

Culinary Specialist

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$16/hr

Get permission from Food Service Administrator before making any changes to the menu.Help prepare sack lunches on a daily basis. Exercise food safety by using food service gloves and by discarding ...

City Union Mission

Culinary Specialist

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$34K - $45K/yr

Get permission from Food Service Administrator before making any changes to the menu. * Help prepare sack lunches on a daily basis. * Exercise food safety by using food service gloves and by ...

Crane Company

Customer Service Admin II

Caldwell, NJ · On-site

$19.25 - $25.75/hr

Every time you use phone navigation, make a bank transaction or have food delivered to your home ... The Customer Service Administrator II is responsible for supporting sales success by performing ...

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How much do food service administrator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for food service administrator in the United States is $24.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a food service administrator?

Food Service Administrators are professionals responsible for overseeing the daily operations of food service establishments, such as cafeterias, restaurants, or institutional kitchens. They manage staff, maintain food safety standards, handle budgeting and inventory, and ensure customer satisfaction. Their role often includes planning menus, coordinating food preparation, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Food Service Administrators play a key role in maintaining efficient and high-quality food service environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a food service administrator?

To thrive as a Food Service Administrator, you need strong organizational skills, experience in food service operations, and typically a degree in hospitality management or a related field. Familiarity with inventory management systems, food safety regulations, and scheduling software is crucial. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities help you manage staff and ensure customer satisfaction. These skills are vital for maintaining efficient operations, regulatory compliance, and high-quality service in a dynamic food service environment.

What are some common challenges faced by food service administrators, and how are they typically addressed?

Food Service Administrators often face challenges such as managing tight budgets, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and coordinating schedules for a diverse team. Balancing customer satisfaction with cost control requires strong organizational and communication skills. Successful administrators address these challenges by staying current on regulatory requirements, implementing efficient inventory systems, and fostering a collaborative team environment to ensure smooth daily operations.

What is the difference between Food Service Administrator vs Food Service Supervisor?

AspectFood Service AdministratorFood Service Supervisor
CredentialsOften requires food service management certifications or related degreesTypically requires food safety certifications and experience in food service
Work EnvironmentAdministrative offices, overseeing multiple locations or departmentsOn-site in kitchens or dining areas, supervising staff directly
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in restaurants, cafeterias, healthcare facilities, and institutionsCommonly found in restaurants, cafeterias, and catering services

In summary, a Food Service Administrator focuses on managing operations, budgets, and staff from an administrative perspective, often working in offices. In contrast, a Food Service Supervisor is more hands-on, directly overseeing daily food service activities and staff on-site. Both roles are essential in the food service industry but differ mainly in scope and daily responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Food Service Administrator job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,736 per year, or $24.4 per hour.

FOOD CONTROL SPECIALIST - 50950082

Saint Augustine, FL • On-site

State of Florida
Public Administration • 10K+ employees
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$36K/yr

Full-time, Temporary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Requisition No: 880215 

Agency: Veterans Affairs

Working Title: FOOD CONTROL SPECIALIST - 50950082

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 50950082 

Salary:  $36,092.42 

Posting Closing Date: 09/22/2026 

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Requisition # 880215

FOOD CONTROL SPECIALIST (COOK)

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS’ AFFAIRS

Clyde E. Lassen State Veterans' Nursing Home

Saint Augustine, St. Johns County, Florida

Annual Salary: $36,092.42

Paid Bi-weekly.

The Florida Department of Veterans Affairs is an agency dedicated to serving those who served the U.S.  We are seeking a motivated, dynamic individual to join our Team.  Our skilled nursing facility boasts a loyal team of long-term employees and a fantastic work culture.

Excellent retirement package and optional deferred compensation plan. Health, vision, dental, disability, and other supplemental insurance are available at reasonable premium rates. Paid vacation and sick leave. Nine paid holidays and one personal day. Tuition waivers are available for State Universities and Community Colleges (up to 6 credits per semester).

Employment history and education must be verifiable.  Please attach any credentials you claim (degree, certifications, etc.) to your application.

 

*Other vacant positions, including OPS Temporary positions, may be filled in this advertisement within six (6) months of the closing date.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • One (1) year of verifiable institutional cooking experience.
  • Willingness and ability to work weekends and holidays as scheduled.
  • Willingness and ability to lift to 50 pounds.
  • Successful completion of the due diligence process to include, but not limited to, a Level II background check and drug test.

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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Willingness and ability to work overtime as necessary.
  • Basic computer skills.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

  • The incumbent will work under the supervision of the Food Service Director and the Food Service Administrator in the day-to-day food service operation at the State Veterans' Nursing Home. 
  • The Food Control Specialist (FCS) may act as the Food Service Administrator when that staff member is absent from the facility.
  • Ensure that food is stored, prepared, distributed and served under sanitary conditions.
  • The FCS will ensure compliance with state and facility safety procedures in the operation of food production and cleaning of equipment.
  • The FCS will ensure that clean and sanitary conditions are maintained in all areas of the kitchen food preparation and serving lines; turn on and set temperature on grills, stoves, deep fryer, and broiler.
  • The FCS will be required to operate and maintain equipment used according to FDVA procedures.
  • The FCS will be responsible for food estimate requirements and preparation/cooking of all types of hot and cold food items according to menu and approved recipes in Meal Tracker.
  • Conduct inventory checks of food items and order items as needed; reorders items falling below minimum on weekly basis.
  • Plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
  • Checks and approves food requisitions, deliveries and issues receiving reports.
  • Attends in-service training classes and performs related duties assigned by supervisor.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

This position is in the Career Service system.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. 

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