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How much do natural food jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for natural food in the United States is $14.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.54 and $15.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in the natural food industry?

Professionals in the natural food industry often face challenges such as staying updated with evolving food safety regulations, ensuring ingredient sourcing meets organic or non-GMO standards, and adapting to changing consumer preferences for transparency and sustainability. Additionally, collaborating across departments like product development, marketing, and supply chain requires strong communication skills. Navigating these challenges can be rewarding, as the industry is dynamic and offers opportunities for innovation and career growth.

What are natural foods?

Natural foods are minimally processed foods that do not contain artificial ingredients, additives, or preservatives. They are often derived directly from plants or animals and are as close to their natural state as possible. While the term 'natural' is not strictly regulated in many countries, it generally implies that the food is free from synthetic chemicals and genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Many people choose natural foods for their perceived health benefits and to avoid artificial substances. However, it's important to read labels carefully, as 'natural' labeling can vary by manufacturer and region.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Natural Food Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Natural Food Specialist, you need knowledge of nutrition, food safety, ingredient sourcing, and typically a background in food science, nutrition, or culinary arts. Familiarity with inventory management systems, organic certification standards, and point-of-sale software is often required. Strong customer service skills, attention to detail, and a passion for healthy living help someone excel in this role. These skills ensure that customers receive accurate information, quality products, and a positive shopping experience in the natural foods industry.
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Infographic showing various Natural Food job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 66% Full Time, and 34% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $29,393 per year, or $14.1 per hour.
Dish Crewmember - VCU Campus

Dish Crewmember - VCU Campus

Roots Natural Kitchen

Richmond, VA

$15/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Roots Natural Kitchen rating

3.7

Company rating: 3.7 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

DISH CREWMEMBER

STARTING SALARY AND BENEFITS

Starting Salary: Guaranteed $15.00/hr (including tips)

Benefits:

  • Great Environment - At Roots, we pride ourselves on having a fun, lighthearted, and supportive environment in which people can thrive.
  • Growth Opportunities - We’re growing fast and this means tons of room to grow with us, in and out of the restaurant.
  • Good Food - You will always have tasty food around you that you and your friends can enjoy at free and discounted prices.
  • Flexible Schedule - Writing a weekly schedule, we will do our best to help you achieve work-life balance. We also offer paid parental leave, as well as paid sick leave. We also offer paid sick leave to all employees, regardless of status.
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, and Life Benefits - After 30 days of full-time work, we're happy to extend our health, dental, vision, and LTD plans to you to help take care of your medical needs. For a full-time single employee, we provide healthcare for as low as $20/paycheck. We also provide a $10,000 life insurance benefit, at no cost to you.
  • Extra Pay - In addition to base pay, employees share in the following extra earning opportunities:
  • Tips: All tips are pooled among all hourly employees. They're paid out biweekly, and usually boost base pay by more than $2/hr.
  • Quarterly Profit-Share: Each full time employee shares in the profits created by Roots. The profit-share is paid quarterly, based on restaurant and company performance. Depending on company performance, the profit-share can equal as much as 10% of quarterly employee pay, paid in one lump sum after each quarter.
  • 401(K): All crewmembers can save for the future with the Roots 401(k). Plus, Roots will match 100% of contributions up to 4%. Start where you are, save big!

HUMANS WE LOVE

Roots is passionate about making healthy food taste awesome. We strive to empower people through natural food and believe in the potential of humans to do great things. We believe that great food can fuel any lifestyle--whether you choose to participate in a Netflix marathon or an actual marathon. Roots is growing fast, hiring tons of new crew members, and promoting from within as often as possible! With this growth comes many new challenges, roles, and opportunities. The sky is really the limit if you are someone who is always looking for new mountains to climb.

At Roots, we’re looking for friendly and enthusiastic humans who collaborate phenomenally with others. We want to be around people who persevere, take pride in the work they do, and seek to understand and support those around them. These types of people make Roots an amazing place to work and can succeed in our fast-paced, highly communicative, and team-oriented environment.

THE ROLE

As a member of our dish crew you are responsible for keeping our restaurant stocked and ready with clean tools to make delicious food. You will work the dish station in the kitchen either solo or as a tag team with another crewmember; washing dishes by hand, using our dishwashing process, and keeping your stations spotless and organized.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Loyally follow and successfully execute our food safety practices and instructions from the Leadership Team
  • Keep dish room and storage area spotless and organized at all times
  • Multi-task and maintain organization in a fast-paced, changing environment
  • Prepare three compartment sink with proper chemicals and clean dishes, pans, and containers
  • Sweep and mop kitchen, storage, and line area floors
  • Clean trash cans and dispose of garbage
  • Open and close dish room according to restaurant standards
  • Actively communicate with Leadership Team, grill, and line crewmembers
  • Maintain positive and cheerful attitude during all scheduled shifts

Ready to join our crew? Apply online today!

At Roots, we strive to empower people through radical accessibility to natural food. We believe in the potential of humans to do great things. And we believe that great food can fuel any lifestyle--whether you choose to participate in a Netflix marathon or an actual marathon.
Roots is growing fast, hiring tons of new crewmembers, and promoting from within as often as possible! With that growth comes many new challenges, roles, and opportunities. The sky’s the limit if you are someone who is always looking for new mountains to climb.


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